Pangani haplo
📖 Overview
Pangani haplo (Ctenochromis pectoralis), first described by Pfeffer, 1893 is a small fish in the family Cichlidae (order Cichliformes). Adults typically reach 7.00 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 Extinct.The species is a species of conservation concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 15 - 16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: Abrupt change in size of scales from chest to flank between pectoral and pelvic fins, with naked patch on chest .: fusiform / normal; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pangani haplo is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooder.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 4°S - 6°S known from the Pangani drainage (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Pangani Haplo |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haplochromis pectoralis | Pfeffer | 1893 | Synonym |
| Harpagochromis pectoralis | Pfeffer | 1893 | Synonym |
| Tilapia pectoralis | Pfeffer | 1893 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pangani haplo.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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