Astyanax Pardensis
📖 Overview
Astyanax Pardensis (Astyanax pardensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Acestrorhamphidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal soft rays: 20 - 25. Astyanax pardensis of the A. fasciatus complex differs from the rest of the species in the group by the number of precaudal vertebrae 6 (vs. 17); by the zig-zag shape of first portion of longitudinal band; differs from A. jequitinhonhae by the shape of the mandible which is rounded (vs. acuminate) .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astyanax Pardensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic-neritic. Tropical South America: Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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