Ctenopoma Ashbysmithi
📖 Overview
Ctenopoma Ashbysmithi (Ctenopoma ashbysmithi), first described by Banister & Bailey, 1979 is a tiny fish in the family Anabantidae (order Anabantiformes). Adults typically reach 3.90 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Anabantidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Ctenopoma Ashbysmithi is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ctenopoma Ashbysmithi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known from the type locality near Kindu, in the Lualaba drainage (upper Congo River basin) in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Ctenopoma Ashbysmithi.
🔍 Similar Species
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