Metynnis Longipinnis
📖 Overview
Metynnis Longipinnis (Metynnis longipinnis), first described by Zarske & Géry, 2008 is a small fish in the family Serrasalmidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 6.70 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 Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
The species is closely related to Metynnis hypsauchen (Müller & Troschel, 1844) according to 1. high number of gill-rakers, 2. long adipose fin, 3. deep body, 4. short head and 5. long occipitale and is clearly defined because of 1. the high number of serrae (36-37 vs. 27-32 of M. hypsauchen), 2. the small scales (91-93 vs. about 75-83), 3. uniformly silver colouration and 4. the extremely elongated dorsal fin and anal fin .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Metynnis Longipinnis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical South America: Venezuela.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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