Bathybagrus Stappersii
📖 Overview
Most abundant at 80-120 m. Common at south end of Lake Tanganyika. Feeds on crabs, fish and carrion (Ref 4967).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bathybagrus Stappersii is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 3°S - 9°S
🌿 Ecology
crabs, fish and carrion (Ref 4967)
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amarginops stappersii | Boulenger | 1917 | Synonym |
| Chrysichthys stappersii | Boulenger | 1917 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Bathybagrus Stappersii.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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