Doryichthys Boaja
📖 Overview
Largest freshwater pipefish. Found in rivers and streams . Feeds on small crustaceans, worms and insects. Of little food value. Not seen in markets . Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 43 - 65. Conspicuous color pattern in life with alternating blue and brown bars; 22-24 trunk rings; 32-38 tail rings .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Doryichthys Boaja is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Doryichthys Boaja is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans, worms and insects
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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