Barnard's robber
📖 Overview
Barnard's robber (Hemigrammopetersius barnardi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Alestidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 18 - 20.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Barnard's robber is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Barnard's robber is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Barnard's robber is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical; 24°C - 27°C ; 13°S - 20°S
🌿 Ecology
small insects and invertebrates (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petersius barnardi | Herre | 1936 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 16 records indexed .
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