Acheilognathus polylepis
Acheilognathus polylepis
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<fishfyi-fish slug="polylepis"></fishfyi-fish>Overview
Acheilognathus polylepis is a freshwater fish of the family Acheilognathidae, in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 9.5 cm.
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About
A fish species (Acheilognathus polylepis) with limited published data. Likely inhabits freshwater or marine environments within its native range, exhibiting behaviors typical of its taxonomic family.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 9.5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Inhabits freshwater or marine environments within its native geographic range. Specific habitat preferences for Acheilognathus polylepis are poorly documented in the published literature.
Taxonomy
| Order | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Family | Acheilognathidae |
| Species | Acheilognathus polylepis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 多鱗鱊 |
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