Micralestes Holargyreus
📖 Overview
Micralestes Holargyreus (Micralestes holargyreus), first described by Günther, 1873 is a small fish in the family Alestidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 8.00 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. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Alestidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8. Body height 2.6-2.9 times in standard length . Head length 3.5-3.8 times in standard length . Cuspid number: external row of upper jaw 1, internal row of upper jaw 6-9, external row of lower jaw 5-7, internal row of lower jaw 1 . Base of the scales in the middle of the flank dark . Fins without black marks . Living specimens with silvery lateral band .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Micralestes Holargyreus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alestes brevipinnis | Perugia | 1892 | Synonym |
| Alestes holargyreus | Günther | 1873 | Synonym |
| Micralestes acutidens holargyreus | Günther | 1873 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Micralestes Holargyreus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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