Distichodus Kolleri
📖 Overview
Distichodus Kolleri (Distichodus kolleri) is a ray-finned fish of the family Distichodontidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 19.5 cm. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21 - 27; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 13 - 18. Diagnosis: 46-49 pored lateral line scales, followed by several smaller, unpored scales on caudal fin base; total dorsal rays 21-27; dorsal fin becoming increasingly elongate ontogenetically, tip of dorsal fin reaching beyond base of caudal fin in larger individuals . : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Distichodus Kolleri is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical endemic, only occuring in the Sanaga River basin, Cameroon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | patetra Kollerova |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Дистиход Коллера |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distichodus vexillifer | Pellegrin | 1927 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 29 records indexed .
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