Chelaethiops Congicus
📖 Overview
Chelaethiops Congicus (Chelaethiops congicus), first described by Nichols & Griscom, 1917 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 11.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Chelaethiops Congicus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chelaethiops Congicus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical widespread in the Congo River basin, from the lower Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Chelaethiops Congicus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 42 records indexed .
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