Zebra spiny eel
📖 Overview
Zebra spiny eel (Macrognathus zebrinus), first described by Blyth, 1858 is a large fish in the family Mastacembelidae (order Synbranchiformes). Adults typically reach 46.00 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
Dorsal spines (total): 28 - 31; Dorsal soft rays (total): 49 - 55; Anal soft rays: 48 - 59; Vertebrae: 72 - 74. Side of body with series of thin, dark vertical bars with pale outlines; caudal fin vertically striated with small black spots .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Zebra spiny eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.0 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 15. Tropical; 23°C - 26°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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