Triotto

Descrizione

Rutilus aula, commonly known as the Triotto or Italian Roach, is a freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. It is a small to medium-sized cyprinid, characterized by its streamlined body, silvery coloration, and often reddish fins. This species is endemic to the Italian peninsula and parts of the Balkan region, inhabiting a variety of freshwater environments.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

elongated

Colorazione

Silvery flanks, darker greenish-brown back, and a whitish belly. Fins are often reddish, especially the pectoral, pelvic, and anal fins, becoming more intense during breeding season. A distinct dark spot is usually present at the base of the dorsal fin.

Tipo di squame

cycloid

Posizione della bocca

subterminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Relatively small mouth, slightly subterminal., Large, cycloid scales., Often a reddish iris., Lateral line complete, with 39-43 scales.

Pinna dorsale

Short, with 3 unbranched and 8-9 branched rays, typically originating slightly behind the pelvic fin origin.

Pinna caudale

Deeply forked, with pointed lobes.

Pinna pettorale

Relatively short, with 15-17 rays.

Pinne distintive

All fins, particularly the paired fins and anal fin, often exhibit a reddish hue, which intensifies during the breeding season.

Consigli per l'identificazione

Habitat

Tipo di acqua

freshwater

Profondità

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, usually less than 5 meters.

Ambiente

Inhabits a variety of freshwater environments including rivers, streams, lakes, and canals. Prefers clear, well-oxygenated waters with moderate to slow currents and often with submerged vegetation or rocky substrates. Can tolerate some degree of turbidity.

Areale geografico

Endemic to the Italian peninsula (from the Po River basin southwards) and parts of the western Balkan region, including Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its distribution is fragmented due to habitat degradation and competition with introduced species.

Informazioni sull'acquario

• Livello di cura: intermediate
• Temperamento: peaceful
• Dieta: omnivore
• Dimensione minima della vasca: 75 gallons (280 liters)
• Temperatura: 59-72°F (15-22°C)
• Livello di pH: 7.0-8.0
• Durezza: 10-20 dGH
• Compatibilità: Generally compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized temperate freshwater fish. Avoid highly aggressive or very small, delicate species.
• Requisiti speciali: Requires well-oxygenated water with good filtration. Benefits from a planted tank with open swimming areas and some hiding spots. Prefers cooler water temperatures, making it unsuitable for typical tropical community tanks. Can be kept in groups of 6 or more.

Informazioni in natura

• Stato di conservazione: vulnerable
• Stagionalità: Spawns primarily in spring (March-June), with activity peaking when water temperatures rise. Active year-round, though less so in colder months.
• Prezzo di mercato: Not typically sold commercially for consumption; occasionally available for aquarists or scientific study.
• Importanza commerciale: low
• Sapore: Mild, somewhat earthy flavor, typical of freshwater cyprinids.
• Consistenza: Soft, flaky flesh with numerous small bones.
• Metodi di cottura: Frying, Baking, Stewing
• Valore nutrizionale: Good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, similar to other freshwater fish.

Fatti chiave

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Classificazione scientifica

Regno

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Classe

Actinopterygii

Ordine

Cypriniformes

Famiglia

Cyprinidae

Genere

Rutilus

Specie

Rutilus aula

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