Como identificar Vimba

Para identificar Vimba (Vimba vimba), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

elongated

Coloração

Dorsal side is dark grey to bluish-grey, flanks are silvery, and the belly is white. During spawning, males develop a distinct dark stripe along the lateral line and a reddish-orange coloration on the fins and lower body. The pectoral, pelvic, and anal fins are typically yellowish or reddish-orange, especially in breeding individuals.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

subterminal

Características distintivas

Elongated, somewhat compressed body., Protruding, fleshy snout that overhangs the subterminal mouth., A distinct keel between the pelvic and anal fins, lacking scales., Small, inferior mouth with thick lips., Lateral line typically has 54-62 scales.

Nadadeira dorsal

Short, with 3 unbranched and 8-9 branched rays.

Nadadeira caudal

Deeply forked.

Nadadeira peitoral

Relatively long, reaching almost to the pelvic fin base.

Nadadeiras características

Pelvic fins are positioned abdominally. Anal fin is relatively long with 3 unbranched and 15-19 branched rays.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Snout and Mouth

   Look for the distinctive fleshy, protruding snout that overhangs the small, inferior mouth. This is a key differentiating feature.

2. 2

   Body Shape and Keel

   Note the elongated, somewhat compressed body and the scaleless keel between the pelvic and anal fins.

3. 3

   Coloration (especially breeding)

   Observe the silvery flanks and the darker dorsal side. During breeding, males exhibit a prominent dark lateral stripe and reddish-orange fins and lower body.

4. 4

   Fin Ray Counts

   Count the branched rays in the dorsal fin (8-9) and anal fin (15-19) for confirmation, though this requires careful examination.

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