Batasio Procerus
📖 Overview
Batasio Procerus (Batasio procerus), first described by Ng, 2008 is a small fish in the family Bagridae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 11.40 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 Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Bagridae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 41 - 43. Distinguished from congeners in having a unique combination of the following characters: 41-43 vertebrae, adult color pattern consisting solely of a dark brown oblique predorsal bar, steeply convex dorsal profile of the snout, length of adipose-fin base 22.6-25.8 % SL, and caudal peduncle length 18.2-21.1 % SL .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Batasio Procerus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Batasio Procerus.
🔍 Similar Species
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