Acanthogobio guentheri
Acanthogobio guentheri
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Acanthogobio guentheri is a freshwater fish of the family Gobionidae, in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.1 kg.
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A small freshwater gudgeon from rivers of central China with a distinctive spine on the body. Bottom-dwelling in gravel and sandy riverbeds of the Yellow River and Yangtze systems.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.1 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Rivers and streams of central and eastern China, particularly the Yellow River and Yangtze basin. Freshwater bottom-dweller on gravel and sandy riverbeds.
Taxonomy
| Order | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Family | Gobionidae |
| Species | Acanthogobio guentheri |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 刺鮈 |
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