Chrysichthys Sianenna
📖 Overview
Present on the bottom of deep water to 150 m but most common in sub-littoral areas; very common in deep water . Specialized toward a life on the sandy bottoms . Upstream spawning migrations have been reported . Omnivore . Feeds on small fishes (usually Lamprologus spp.), ostracods, and larvae of dragonflies .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chrysichthys Sianenna is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal, usually 25 - 75 m . Tropical; 3°S - 9°S known from Lake Tanganyika (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
small fishes (usually Lamprologus spp
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Chrysichthys Sianenna.
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