Eugnathichthys Macroterolepis
📖 Overview
Eugnathichthys Macroterolepis (Eugnathichthys macroterolepis), first described by Boulenger, 1899 is a small fish in the family Distichodontidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 14.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 14; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 12. Diagnosis: moderately elongate; well-developed snout of moderate length and moderately sized scales; 67-72 scales along lateral line; caudal fin with 3 transverse bars across each lobe; dorsal fin with series of black spots forming horizontal stripes in spread fin . : elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eugnathichthys Macroterolepis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 15. Tropical; 23°C - 27°C Central African Republic, Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of the Congo.
🌿 Ecology
small fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | patetra šupinatá |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Tiganga-tigrada |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Крупночешуйный эугнатихт · Штриховый эугнатихт |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 135 records indexed .
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