Micropanchax Kingii
📖 Overview
Micropanchax Kingii (Micropanchax kingii), first described by Boulenger, 1913 is a tiny fish in the family Poeciliidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 4.00 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 Poeciliidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5 - 7; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 10 - 12; Vertebrae: 26 - 27. Diagnosis: Small and slender species with rounded fins; dorsal fin with 5-7 rays, anal fin with 10-12 rays; scales on mid-lateral series 25-28 . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Micropanchax Kingii is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Tropical central Sudan (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? kingi | Boulenger | 1913 | Synonym |
| Aplocheilichthys kingii | Boulenger | 1913 | Synonym |
| Haplochilichthys bukobanus kingi | Boulenger | 1913 | Synonym |
| Haplochilichthys kingi | Boulenger | 1913 | Synonym |
| Haplochilus kingii | Boulenger | 1913 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Micropanchax Kingii.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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