Characidium Ortegai
📖 Overview
Characidium Ortegai (Characidium ortegai) is a ray-finned fish of the family Crenuchidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal soft rays: 6; Vertebrae: 31 - 32. : elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Characidium Ortegai is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Peru.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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