Anomalochromis Thomasi
📖 Overview
Prefers shallow and muddy waters in savannah-like areas, with water temperatures approaching 30°C during the dry season; also found in waters bordering forested areas; when stressed or disturbed, the species will hide in the mud, sometimes up to 30 cm deep; biparental, open substratum spawner . Maximum recorded TL was 6.5 cm .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 14 - 15; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 9.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Anomalochromis Thomasi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 5 - 12. Tropical; 23°C - 27°C ; 13°N - 4°N
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haplochromis thomasi | Boulenger | 1915 | Synonym |
| Hemichromis thomasi | Boulenger | 1915 | Synonym |
| Paratilapia thomasi | Boulenger | 1915 | Synonym |
| Pelmatochromis thomasi | Boulenger | 1915 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Anomalochromis Thomasi.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 23 records indexed .
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