Hemibagrus Peguensis
📖 Overview
Hemibagrus Peguensis (Hemibagrus peguensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bagridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 29.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, 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): 6 - 7; Anal soft rays: 10 - 13; Vertebrae: 44 - 45. Distinguished from its congeners by a unique combination of the following characters: head length 29.0-32.5% SL, a gently curving snout and a slender, deeply-incised humeral process, and nine vertical columns of black spots on the sides of the body .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hemibagrus Peguensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hemibagrus Peguensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Hemibagrus Peguensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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