Hessfeld's toothcarp
📖 Overview
Hessfeld's toothcarp (Brachyrhaphis hessfeldi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Poeciliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Vertebrae: 26 - 28. No dark color pattern along sides; segments of base of the gonopodium ray 3 much higher than broad .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hessfeld's toothcarp is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; pH range: 5.0 - 7.1; non-migratory; depth range 0 - ? m. Tropical; 22°C - 29°C Central America: Panama.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hessfeld's toothcarp.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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