Enteromius Bourdariei
📖 Overview
Enteromius Bourdariei (Enteromius bourdariei) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: mouth terminal or superior; 1 pair of barbels; 5.5-6.5 scales between lateral line and origin of dorsal fin; 29-30 scales in lateral line; 14 circumpeduncular scales . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Enteromius Bourdariei is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic, Sanaga River system in Cameroon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Enteromius Bourdariei.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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