Anablepsoides Micropus
📖 Overview
Anablepsoides Micropus (Anablepsoides micropus), first described by Steindachner, 1863 is a small fish in the family Rivulidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 7.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Rivulidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Anablepsoides Micropus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Anablepsoides Micropus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C South America: Amazon River basin in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | rivulus malooký |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundulus micropus | Steindachner | 1863 | Synonym |
| Rivulus compressus | Henn | 1916 | Synonym |
| Rivulus micropus | Steindachner | 1863 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Anablepsoides Micropus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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