Melanorivulus Atlanticus
📖 Overview
Melanorivulus Atlanticus (Melanorivulus atlanticus), first described by Costa, Bragança & Ottoni, 2015 is a tiny fish in the family Rivulidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 1.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Anal soft rays: 12 - 13; Vertebrae: 28 - 29. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Melanorivulus Atlanticus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Estado de Sergipe, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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