Rhodeus ocellatus (Kner, 1866)
Rosy bitterling
Rhodeus ocellatus
photo by Liao, T.-Y.

 Family:  Cyprinidae (Minnows or carps), subfamily: Acheilognathinae
 Max. size:  5.79 cm SL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  benthopelagic; pH range: 7; dH range: 10 - 15
 Distribution:  Asia: Eastern Asia and Taiwan (Ref. 41299); Russia (Ref. 53210). Introduced elsewhere. At least one country reports adverse ecological impact after introduction (Ref. 1739).
 Diagnosis:  Dorsal soft rays (total): 13-14; Anal soft rays: 13-14. Description: D iii,10~11; A iii,10~11; scales in longitudinal row 32~34; scales in transverse row 10~11 (Ref. 41299).
 Biology:  Found in shallow ponds and marshes of plains, and adjacent irrigation canals (Ref. 41299).
 IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient  (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  potential pest
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 Entered by: Luna, Susan M. - 28.11.91
 Modified by: Torres, Armi G. - 02.12.15
 Checked by: Binohlan, Crispina B. - 10.08.94

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