Twospot climbing perch
📖 Overview
Twospot climbing perch (Ctenopoma nigropannosum) is a ray-finned fish of the family Anabantidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 17 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 17 - 21; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 13; Anal spines: 8 - 10; Anal soft rays: 9 - 13; Vertebrae: 30 - 31. Diagnosis: dorsal fin with 18-20 spines (17, 21 rare) and 10-12 (9, 13 rare) soft rays; anal fin with 8-9 spines (10 rare) and 10-12 (9, 13 rare) soft rays; 12-15 (mode 14) pectoral fin rays; dorsal profile rounded; snout blunt; body fusiform; pelvic fin clear; frequently an oblong brown bar on caudal peduncle; overall pigmentation usually grey . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Twospot climbing perch is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Twospot climbing perch is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory . Tropical; 24°C - 27°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anabas nigropannosa | Reichow | 1875 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 101 records indexed .
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