Brachyalestes Peringueyi
📖 Overview
Brachyalestes Peringueyi (Brachyalestes peringueyi), first described by Boulenger, 1923 is a small fish. Adults typically reach 13.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Brachyalestes Peringueyi is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Brachyalestes Peringueyi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical endemic to the Mweru-Luapula system (upper Congo River basin) in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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