Enteromius Prionacanthus
📖 Overview
Enteromius Prionacanthus (Enteromius prionacanthus), first described by Mahnert & Géry, 1982 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 9.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 11; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: mouth subterminal or slightly inferior; two pairs of barbels, anterior pair 1.0-1.2 and posterior pair 1.1-1.4x eye diameter; lateral line complete; 25-29 scales in lateral line; 4.5 scales between lateral line and origin of dorsal fin; 11-12 scales around caudal peduncle; dorsal fin with concave border, last simple ray strongly ossified and serrated on posterior side; large dark stripe on sides; base of first rays of dorsal fin without black spot; dorsal fin colorless . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Enteromius Prionacanthus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic, widespread in Gabon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus holotaenia macracantha | Pellegrin | 1930 | Heterotypic |
| Barbus prionacanthus | Mahnert & Géry | 1982 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Enteromius Prionacanthus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 49 records indexed .
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