Melanorivulus Scalaris
📖 Overview
Melanorivulus Scalaris (Melanorivulus scalaris) is a ray-finned fish of the family Rivulidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Melanorivulus Scalaris is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Melanorivulus Scalaris is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Rio Sucurúi, rio Aporé and upper rio Correntes drainages, rio Paraná basin, and upper rio Taquari drainage, rio Paragay basin, central Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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