Brycinus Bartoni
📖 Overview
Brycinus Bartoni (Brycinus bartoni) 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 9.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Diagnosis: fronto-parietal fontanel narrow, pore-like, but present; head length/snout length 3.5; 34-35 lateral line scales; 5.5 scales between lateral line and dorsal fin; 13 predorsal scales; 18 anal fin branched rays; 12-14 gill rakers on lower limb of first gill arch; 6 teeth in outer premaxillary row . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Brycinus Bartoni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical found in the Ngounié River, a tributary of the Ogowe River in Gabon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alestes bartoni | Nichols & La Monte | 1953 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 15 records indexed .
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