Mastacembelus Pantherinus
📖 Overview
Mastacembelus Pantherinus (Mastacembelus pantherinus), first described by Britz, 2007 is a medium-sized fish in the family Mastacembelidae (order Synbranchiformes). Adults typically reach 33.40 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 Data Deficient.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 37 - 40; Dorsal soft rays (total): 82 - 92; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 79 - 81; Vertebrae: 97 - 100. Differs from all congeners by having a unique color pattern consisting of numerous individual spots or irregular marks, sometimes forming short lines and a whitish belly devoid of any marks. Can be separated from members of the Mastacembelus armatus group by the possession of abdominal vertebrae 42-44 .: eel-like; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mastacembelus Pantherinus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical known only from Lake Indawgyi in Kachin, Myanmar.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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