Gulaphallus Mirabilis
📖 Overview
Gulaphallus Mirabilis (Gulaphallus mirabilis), first described by Herre, 1925 is a tiny fish in the family Phallostethidae (order Atheriniformes). Adults typically reach 3.30 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 Near Threatened.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gulaphallus Mirabilis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Pelvic fins modified to form part of a complex thoracic clasping organ in males .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.5 - 8.0; dH range: 10 - 30. Tropical; 23°C - 28°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | hrdlovka podivuhodná |
| 🇩🇪German | Phallus-Wunderfisch |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Красивый гуллафалл |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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