Entomocorus Melaphareus
📖 Overview
Entomocorus Melaphareus (Entomocorus melaphareus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Auchenipteridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5; Anal soft rays: 19 - 21. Pelvic and pectoral fins densely covered with dark pigment, at least along anterior rays, in contrast to the hyaline fins of its congeners .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Entomocorus Melaphareus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Entomocorus Melaphareus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Entomocorus Melaphareus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Amazon River.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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