Leptodoras Copei
📖 Overview
Leptodoras Copei (Leptodoras copei) is a ray-finned fish of the family Doradidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.2 cm. With a trophic level of 2.8, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6; Anal soft rays: 13 - 16. Anterior nuchal plate usually wide (laterally expanded) and sharing broad suture with epioccipital. Nuchal foramina absent. Distal tip of lower labial extension reaching beyond that of upper labial extension. Anterior midlateral plates moderately deep (covering a little more than 1/3 of body depth). Pectoral-fin spine short, not reaching anterior origin of pelvic fin when depressed .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leptodoras Copei is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Capanaparo, upper Orinoco and Negro River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Leptodoras Copei.
🔍 Similar Species
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