Nipponocypris koreanus
Nipponocypris koreanus
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Nipponocypris koreanus is a freshwater fish of the family Xenocyprididae (East Asian Minnows), in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 22 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.1 kg.
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Nipponocypris koreanus is a freshwater cyprinid reaching about 22.1 cm and weighing up to 50 g, endemic to Korean rivers. It is a schooling fish found in clear, flowing streams.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 22.100000381469727 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.05 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Order | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Family | Xenocyprididae (East Asian Minnows) |
| Species | Nipponocypris koreanus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Korean | 참갈겨니 |
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