Western crested loach
Paracobitis malapterura
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Freshwater
Overview
Western crested loach (Paracobitis malapterura) is a freshwater fish of the family Nemacheilidae (Stone Loaches), in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 13 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12.600000381469727 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.01 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| 目 | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| 科 | Nemacheilidae (Stone Loaches) |
| 物种 | Paracobitis malapterura |
常见问题
How big does Western crested loach get?
Western crested loach can grow up to 12.600000381469727 cm long and weigh 0.01 kg.
What family does Western crested loach belong to?
Western crested loach (Paracobitis malapterura) belongs to the family Nemacheilidae (Stone Loaches) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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