Laides Hexanema
📖 Overview
Laides Hexanema (Laides hexanema), first described by Bleeker, 1852 is a medium-sized fish in the family Ailiidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 16.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal soft rays: 39 - 42. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Laides Hexanema is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; potamodromous . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
small fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | sumčík batávský |
| 🌍MSA | Lais jengot |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lais hexanema | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
| Pangasius hexanema | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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