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

Family:  Acheilognathidae (Bitterlings)
Max. size:  9.2 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; brackish; 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 (DD); Date assessed: 04 September 2010 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  potential pest


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