Bryconalestes Intermedius
📖 Overview
Bryconalestes Intermedius (Bryconalestes intermedius) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 22 - 24. Diagnosis: 31-35 or 33-35 lateral line scales. Fronto-parietal fontanel narrow, but always present, even in adults; 6.5 scales between lateral line and dorsal fin; 19-21 anal fin branched rays; 12-15 gill rakers on lower limb of first gill arch; 6 teeth in outer premaxillary row; no humeral spot . Head length/snout length 3.4-4.0; 11-11.5 predorsal scales . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bryconalestes Intermedius is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bryconalestes Intermedius is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Bryconalestes Intermedius is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 20. Tropical; 22°C - 28°C known from the upper course of the River Cross (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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