Microphysogobio tungtingensis
Microphysogobio tungtingensis (Nichols, 1926)
Long-nosed gudgeon


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Family:  Gobionidae (Gudgeons)
Max. size:  11.5 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  Asia: Amur basin to the Yangtze, Lake Buir Nur and rivers in Korea.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 3-3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6-7; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 5-6
Biology:  Utilized for food (Ref. 89718).
IUCN Red List Status: Near Threatened (NT); Date assessed: 20 January 2011 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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