Laimosemion Corpulentus
📖 Overview
Laimosemion Corpulentus (Laimosemion corpulentus), first described by Thomerson & Taphorn, 1993 is a tiny fish in the family Rivulidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 4.40 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.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Rivulidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Distinguished from all known species of Rivulus, by the combination of: (1) unusually deep body (average greatest body depth .250, (2) color pattern of 8-9 well-defined narrow lateral stripes running the length of the body, and (3) females only with a small, intensely pigmented, ocellated, egg-shaped rivulus spot .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Laimosemion Corpulentus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Tropical South America: Orinoco River basin in Colombia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivulus corpulentus | Thomerson & Taphorn | 1993 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Laimosemion Corpulentus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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