Leptocypris Konkoureensis
📖 Overview
Leptocypris Konkoureensis (Leptocypris konkoureensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 12; Anal soft rays: 17 - 19. Diagnosis: distance from snout to dorsal-fin base 55-65% of SL; body depth 4.9x and head length 4.7x SL; eye diameter 3.1x head length; scale formula 9.5/45-50/4.5; 14 scales around caudal peduncle; 8-9 dorsal-fin branched rays; 14-16 anal-fin branched rays; 7-12 dark vertical bars on sides . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leptocypris Konkoureensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Leptocypris Konkoureensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Leptocypris Konkoureensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known from the River Kakrima, affluent of the River Konkouré in Guinea (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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