Enteromius Aliciae
📖 Overview
Enteromius Aliciae (Enteromius aliciae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: last simple dorsal-fin ray smooth on hind margin . Bones of suborbital series elongated; scale formula 3.5/26-28/4.5; 2.5 scales between lateral line and pelvic-fin base; 12 scales around caudal peduncle; 8 branched dorsal fin rays; two unequal pairs of barbels; anterior barbel reaching to, or extending beyond, posterior half of eye/extending beyond hind margin of eye; posterior barbel extending beyond hind margin of eye; lateral line complete and straight; maximum reported size 79 mm SL; usually 4 to 5 spots on sides . Large eyes, 31.8-41.1% of head length . : fusiform / normal; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Enteromius Aliciae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical known from Saint John river basin in Liberia (Mani river) and Saint Paul river basin in Guinea (Diani river) (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Enteromius Aliciae.
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