Gilbertolus Maracaiboensis
📖 Overview
Gilbertolus Maracaiboensis (Gilbertolus maracaiboensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Acestrorhynchidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13 cm. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 3 - 4; Anal soft rays: 40 - 45; Vertebrae: 38. The presence of a long thin and up-turned process on the posterosuperior region of the rhinosphenoid is autapomorphic for this species.: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gilbertolus Maracaiboensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Gilbertolus Maracaiboensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Gilbertolus Maracaiboensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Lago Maracaibo basin, Venezuela.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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