Amphilius Caudosignatus
📖 Overview
Amphilius Caudosignatus (Amphilius caudosignatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Amphiliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Anal spines: 0. Diagnosis: caudal fin with oblique white band across postero-dorsal lobe; origin of dorsal fin less than one head length behind head; dorsal base extends behind origin of pelvic fin origin; dorsal leading ray distinctly shorter than leading edge of fin; caudal fin with 6+7 principal rays; caudal peduncle less than 1.5 times depth; snout shorter than post-orbit length; eyes placed equidistant from hind margin of head and tip of snout (mid-way along head) .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Amphilius Caudosignatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic to southeastern tributaries of the Ogowe River in Gabon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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