Micralestes Stormsi
📖 Overview
Micralestes Stormsi (Micralestes stormsi), first described by Boulenger, 1902 is a small fish in the family Alestidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 10.00 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 Least Concern.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; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 15 - 16. Body height 2.9-3.9 times in standard length . Head length 3.7-3.9 times in standard length . Cuspid number: external row on upper jaw 5-6, internal row on upper jaw 6-8, external row on lower jaw 5-8, internal row on lower jaw 1 . Weakly developed black mediolateral band in front of the pelvic fins but more expressed to the back of the body . Mediolateral band silvery in live specimens . Fins without black spot .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Micralestes Stormsi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; pH range: 6.0 - 7.6; dH range: 18 - 25. Tropical; 22°C - 26°C Central African Republic (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alestes stolatus | Boulenger | 1920 | Synonym |
| Alestopetersius stormsi | Boulenger | 1902 | Synonym |
| Brycinus stolatus | Boulenger | 1920 | Synonym |
| Phenacogrammus stormsi | Boulenger | 1902 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Micralestes Stormsi.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 133 records indexed .
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