Micralestes Pabrensis
📖 Overview
Micralestes Pabrensis (Micralestes pabrensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Alestidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 16 - 18. Diagnosis: incomplete lateral line; 6-10 pored scales; 25-28 lateral line scales; 13-15 anal fin branched rays; 4/8 premaxillary teeth; 11-15 gill rakers on lower part of first branchial arch; sexual dimorphism in anal fins of adult males . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Micralestes Pabrensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical known only from the Volta and Pra basins (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phenacogrammus pabrensis | Roman | 1966 | Synonym |
| Phenacogrammus pabriensis | Roman | 1966 | Synonym |
| Virilia pabrensis | Roman | 1966 | Synonym |
| Virilia pabriensis | Roman | 1966 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Micralestes Pabrensis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 17 records indexed .
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