Megalonema Orixanthum
📖 Overview
Megalonema Orixanthum (Megalonema orixanthum) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pimelodidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11.6 cm. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal soft rays: 12 - 15; Vertebrae: 43 - 45. Vertebrae including the Weberian complex .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Megalonema Orixanthum is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Megalonema Orixanthum is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Megalonema Orixanthum is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Orinoco River basin in Colombia and Venezuela.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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