Micronema Platypogon
📖 Overview
Micronema Platypogon (Micronema platypogon), first described by Ng, 2004 is a medium-sized fish in the family Siluridae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 17.60 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 Data Deficient.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 0; Anal soft rays: 83. Absence of a dorsal fin, a strongly-arched dorsal profile with a distinct nuchal concavity and vomerine teeth in a single ovoid patch .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Micronema Platypogon is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kryptopterus platypogon | Ng | 2004 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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