Alestopetersius Bleheri
📖 Overview
Alestopetersius Bleheri (Alestopetersius bleheri) is a ray-finned fish of the family Alestidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal soft rays: 21 - 22. Distinguished by the purple iridescence of the body in life and a conspicuous black humeral spot in preserved specimens .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Alestopetersius Bleheri is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known from the type locality, a small tributary of the Bari River (Lua River system, Ubangi drainage, middle Congo River basin) in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Alestopetersius Bleheri.
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