| Acheilognathidae (Bitterlings) |
| 5.29 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Asia: China. |
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The number of branched dorsal-fin and branched anal-fin rays are 9 in mode. The longitudinal scale series ranges from 33 to 34, with 4 to 7 pored scales. The vertebral count is between 32 and 34. During the breeding season, males display a yellowish iris, a yellow belly, an orange central portion of the caudal fin, and reddish-orange stripes on both the dorsal and anal fins. |
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Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 18 January 2024 (A2c) Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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