Pilgrim Tetra
📖 Overview
Pilgrim Tetra (Brachypetersius notospilus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Alestidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.4 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 18 - 21. Diagnosis: 5.5 scales between lateral line and dorsal fin origin; 16-18 anal fin branched rays; flanks with dark pigment blotch on ventral two thirds of caudal peduncle; humeral spot absent . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pilgrim Tetra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Pilgrim Tetra is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Pilgrim Tetra is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical endemic, known from the Kouilou River basin in the Republic of Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Pilgrim Tetra |
| 🌍CES | afrotetra ogowenská |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micralestes notospilus | Pellegrin | 1930 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 5 records indexed .
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