Hemibrycon Cardalensis
📖 Overview
Hemibrycon Cardalensis (Hemibrycon cardalensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stevardiidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 39 - 40. Distinguished from all species of Hemibrycon, including its sympatric species and H. fasciatusby having the following characters: dark pigment of the peduncle spot restricted to just the ventral half of the caudal peduncle; anterior lateral-line scales outlined with melanophores; and scales of posterior margin of caudal peduncle with multiple undulations . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hemibrycon Cardalensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hemibrycon Cardalensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Hemibrycon Cardalensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: El Cardal creek, a tributary of the Guatapé River; middle Magdalena River Basin in Colombia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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