Leptodoras Nelsoni
📖 Overview
Leptodoras Nelsoni (Leptodoras nelsoni) 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 16.2 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: 14 - 17. Upper labial extension L-shaped, distal half moderately to strongly curved and distinctly expanded with wide lateral flap bearing small fimbriae. Sum of midlateral plates modally 78, plates deep, covering more than 1/2 of body depth. Adipose eye weakly developed and preadipose ridge lacking .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leptodoras Nelsoni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Orinoco river basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Leptodoras Nelsoni.
🔍 Similar Species
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