Röemer's grunter
📖 Overview
Röemer's grunter (Hephaestus roemeri) is a ray-finned fish of the family Terapontidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 11 - 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 14; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Röemer's grunter is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Röemer's grunter is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Eggs are guarded and fanned by the male parent .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 4°S - 8°S known only from Digul and Lorentz rivers in Irian Jaya, Indonesia (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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