Aequidens Superomaculatum
📖 Overview
Aequidens Superomaculatum (Aequidens superomaculatum) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 14 - 16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 12; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9; Vertebrae: 27. Distinguished from its congeners which have vermiculated color pattern on the cheek, snout and preopercle and a high vertebral count, but it differs from the rest by having a continuous lateral stripe, and in having the lateral dark pigment blotch positioned high on both sides of the body .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Aequidens Superomaculatum is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Aequidens Superomaculatum is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Aequidens Superomaculatum is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic-neritic. Tropical South America: Venezuela ( upper reaches of the Orinoco and Negro rivers).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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