Melanorivulus Nigropunctatus
📖 Overview
Melanorivulus Nigropunctatus (Melanorivulus nigropunctatus), first described by Volcan, Klotzel & Lanés, 2017 is a tiny fish in the family Rivulidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 2.40 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
Physical description for Melanorivulus Nigropunctatus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Melanorivulus Nigropunctatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Rio Verde drainage, Rio Paraná basin, Mato Grosso do Sul state in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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