Coptodon Tholloni
📖 Overview
Coptodon Tholloni (Coptodon tholloni) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 22 cm. With a trophic level of 2.6, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 15 - 16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 9. Diagnosis: 10 or fewer rakers on lower limb of first arch; unpaired fins not predominantly red-brown; mouth terminal; caudal fin densely covered with scales and with network of clear spots and lines; at least 1 row (sometimes 2) of dark spots in the middle of the body; a black sickle-shaped spot at the base of each flank scale; dorsal fin with 15-16 spines and 9-11 soft rays (total rays 24-26); anal fin with 3 spines and 7-9 soft rays; 27-29 scales in lateral line; outer row teeth relatively fine . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Coptodon Tholloni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 24°C - 26°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇫🇷French | Carpe |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chromis ogowensis | Günther | 1896 | Synonym |
| Chromis tholloni | Sauvage | 1884 | Synonym |
| Tilapia ogowensis | Günther | 1896 | Synonym |
| Tilapia tholloni | Sauvage | 1884 | Synonym |
| Tilapia tholloni tholloni | Sauvage | 1884 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Coptodon Tholloni.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 138 records indexed .
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