Enteromius Nigroluteus
📖 Overview
Enteromius Nigroluteus (Enteromius nigroluteus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.6 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): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: mouth subterminal; barbels absent; lateral line incomplete; 20-22 scales in lateral line with 3-4 perforated scales; 10-12 circumpeduncular scales; black stripe (as broad as eye) from eye to origin of caudal peduncle; anterior margin of dorsal fin black . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Enteromius Nigroluteus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Enteromius Nigroluteus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Enteromius Nigroluteus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic, only known from the Niari-Kouilou basin in the Republic of Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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