Mastacembelus Decorsei
📖 Overview
Mastacembelus Decorsei (Mastacembelus decorsei), first described by Pellegrin, 1919 is a medium-sized fish in the family Mastacembelidae (order Synbranchiformes). Adults typically reach 24.60 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.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Mastacembelus Decorsei is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mastacembelus Decorsei is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 9°N - 6°N Central African Republic).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | hrotočelec středoafrický |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caecomastacembelus decorsei | Pellegrin | 1919 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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