Enteromius Stauchi
📖 Overview
Enteromius Stauchi (Enteromius stauchi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. 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 Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11. Diagnosis: mouth terminal; two pairs of well-developed barbels, posterior pair 1.25-1.75x eye diameter; lateral line complete; 23-26 scales in lateral line; 4.5 scales between lateral line and origin of dorsal fin; 12 scales around caudal peduncle; posterior margin of dorsal fin straight; last simple ray of dorsal fin flexible, not serrated; large dark stripe on sides; found in the Loémé River, Republic of Congo . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Enteromius Stauchi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 5°N - 5°S endemic, known from the Loémé and Niari-Kouilou basins in the Republic of Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Enteromius Stauchi.
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