Labeo ricnorhynchus
Appearance
Labeo ricnorhynchus | |
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Scientific classification | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Actinopterygii |
Order: | Cypriniformes |
Family: | Cyprinidae |
Genus: | Labeo |
Species: | L. ricnorhynchus
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Binomial name | |
Labeo ricnorhynchus (McClelland, 1839)
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Synonyms | |
Gobio ricnorhynchus |
Labeo ricnorhynchus is a species of freshwater fish belonging to the genus Labeo. It is endemic to India[1] and is typically found in river systems and freshwater habitats across the country. Like other species in the genus, it plays a role in maintaining the ecological balance of its habitat by contributing to the detritus food chain, as it often feeds on algae and organic matter. Its presence indicates a healthy freshwater ecosystem, and it is of interest to researchers studying biodiversity and conservation in Indian river systems.
References
[edit]- ^ Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel (eds.). "Labeo ricnorhynchus". FishBase.