Schistura alepidota

Schistura alepidota (Mirza and Banarescu in Mirza, Banarescu and Nalbant, 1970) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Balitoridae (order Cypriniformes).

Taxonomy. The scientific name Schistura alepidota (Mirza and Banarescu in Mirza, Banarescu and Nalbant, 1970) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Cypriniformes, Schistura alepidota exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: They are soft-rayed freshwater fishes with pharyngeal teeth and a Weberian apparatus; most lack jaw teeth. Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Balitoridae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Balitoridae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.