Eleotris Daganensis
📖 Overview
Occurs in brackish environments and freshwaters of coastal rivers . Maximum reported standard length 97 mm .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 6 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 8; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. Diagnosis: 40-54 (usually 45-49) scales in longitudinal series on flanks , and 2-4 scales on caudal fin base . 11-18 (usually 13-514) scales in rearward transverse series . Body pigmentation usually pale/rusty brown, with rows of dark spots in longitudinal series dorsal to lateral midline . Prominent dark spot on dorsal part of pectoral fin base , if specimen is very dark spot may not be highly contrasted but is still distinct . Sensory papillae on upper rear field of opercle form a single arching row . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eleotris Daganensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; demersal. Tropical; 20°C - 27°C found in lower courses of most rivers, though not apparently collected from southern Gabon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eleotris buettikoferi | Steindachner | 1894 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 47 records indexed .
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