Microctenopoma Nigricans
📖 Overview
Microctenopoma Nigricans (Microctenopoma nigricans) is a ray-finned fish of the family Anabantidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Dorsal spines (total): 15 - 18; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 11; Anal spines: 7 - 9; Anal soft rays: 9 - 12; Vertebrae: 26 - 27.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Microctenopoma Nigricans is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical central Democratic Republic of Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Microctenopoma Nigricans.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 10 records indexed .
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