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Acheilognathus hypselonotus

Acheilognathus hypselonotus

Not Evaluated Freshwater

Longueur maximale

16,5 cm

Famille

Overview

Acheilognathus hypselonotus is a freshwater fish of the family Acheilognathidae, in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm.

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À propos

A bitterling from freshwater rivers of East Asia with a high-backed body profile. Uses freshwater mussels as brood hosts. Metallic-scaled with colourful breeding male coloration in spring.

Physical Description

Measurement	Value
Maximum Length	16,5 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Slow-moving rivers and streams of East Asia (China, Korea, Japan). Inhabits areas with freshwater mussels for egg deposition; clear to moderately turbid water over sandy and muddy substrates.

Type d'eau

Freshwater

Taxonomy

Ordre	Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows)
Famille	Acheilognathidae
Espèces	Acheilognathus hypselonotus

Names in Other Languages

Language	Name
Chinese (Simplified)	寡鱗鱊

Foire aux questions

How big does Acheilognathus hypselonotus get?

Acheilognathus hypselonotus can grow up to 16.5 cm long.

Where is Acheilognathus hypselonotus found?

Slow-moving rivers and streams of East Asia (China, Korea, Japan). Inhabits areas with freshwater mussels for egg deposition; clear to moderately turbid water over sandy and muddy substrates.

What family does Acheilognathus hypselonotus belong to?

Acheilognathus hypselonotus (Acheilognathus hypselonotus) belongs to the family Acheilognathidae in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).