Andersonia Leptura
📖 Overview
Andersonia Leptura (Andersonia leptura) is a ray-finned fish of the family Amphiliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.6 cm. With a trophic level of 3, 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): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5 - 7; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10; Vertebrae: 34 - 36. Diagnosis: dorsal, pectoral and adipose fins with distinct spine anteriorly; a series of bony scutes on body posterior of the dorsal-fin origin; lateral abdominal surface not covered with superficial scutes; scapulo-coracoid and clavicle lack superficial rugose plates . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Andersonia Leptura is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Andersonia Leptura is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Andersonia Leptura is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 15°N - 4°N West Africa (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andersonia brevior | Boulenger | 1918 | Heterotypic |
| Andersonia brevoir | Boulenger | 1918 | Synonym |
| Andersonia pellegrini | Boulenger | 1918 | Synonym |
| Slatina mongaliensis | Werner | 1906 | Synonym |
| Slatinia mongallensis | Werner | 1906 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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