Opsariichthys pachycephalus

Scientific name Opsariichthys pachycephalus
Descriptor Günther
Year of description 1868
IUCN category NE
Family Xenocyprididae
Genus Opsariichthys
Opsariichthys pachycephalus Opsariichthys pachycephalus

Introduction

Opsariichthys pachycephalus is a fresh water fish from the Asia.

Who is it?

Morphology

  • Average size
    14 cm
  • Maximum size
    16 cm
  • Average size
    14 cm
  • Maximum size
    16 cm

How to recognize Opsariichthys pachycephalus ?

Opsariichthys pachycephalus measures between 14 and 16 cm.

Behaviour & Life cycle

  • diet
    carnivorous
  • Sociability
    living in small groups
  • territorial
    No
  • Way of living
    diurnal

Opsariichthys pachycephalus is a fish living in small groups naturally found close to the surface. This species is carnivorous .

Although Opsariichthys pachycephalus is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species. It also shows signs of aggression towards its conspecifics.

Reproduction

  • Reproduction
    ovipare qui pond en eau libre

Opsariichthys pachycephalus is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.

Harmless species

This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.

Where to find it?

What is its habitat?

Natural environment characteristics

  • Temperature
    14 - 25 °C
  • Flow
    Strong

Biotope presentation

The acidification of water comes from the decomposition of plants. This phenomenon changes the color of the water, which tends to turn brown. In some areas particularly rich in organic matter, the water is so dark that it is called "black water".

Opsariichthys pachycephalus prefers well oxygenated waters in current areas and rapids. It frequents fast flowing waters where the bottom is strewn with pebbles, wood or leaves carried by the current. It can be found not far from waterfalls .

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