Hippopotamyrus Harringtoni
📖 Overview
Hippopotamyrus Harringtoni (Hippopotamyrus harringtoni), first described by Marcusen, 1864 is a medium-sized fish in the family Mormyridae (order Osteoglossiformes). Adults typically reach 30.50 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 Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 29 - 39; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 30 - 36. Concave back profile. Dorsal and anal fins on same level. Body height 3.2-4.8 x SL. Chin less developed than H. paugyi. Caudal peduncle height 3.2-4.9 x of its length. Nasal openings forming 45° angle with body axis.: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hippopotamyrus Harringtoni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 22°C - 24°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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