aquarium
📖 Overview
aquarium (Hypsolebias antenori) is a ray-finned fish of the family Rivulidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 25; Anal soft rays: 19 - 24; Vertebrae: 28 - 30. Caudal peduncle of female with black spots. Male's anal fin with gray to black distal stripe; unpaired fins dark bluish gray; basihyal broad, 70-95% in length; conspicuous contact organs on scales of body sides. Second pharyngobranchial teeth, 5-10. Dorsal-fin rays 21-25 in male, 15-20 in female; anal-fin rays 22-24 in male, 19-23 in female; caudal-fin rays 23-36, caudal fin subtruncate in male, rounded in female .: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for aquarium is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.0 - 7.1; dH range: ? - 3; non-migratory. Tropical; 25°C - 30°C South America: Jaguaribe and Mossoró River basins and adjacent coastal plains in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"aquarium is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for aquarium is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for aquarium has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cynolebias antenori | Tulipano | 1973 | Synonym |
| Cynolebias heloplites | Huber | 1981 | Synonym |
| Simpsonichthys antenori | Tulipano | 1973 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect aquarium.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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