Moenkhausia Megalops
📖 Overview
Moenkhausia Megalops (Moenkhausia megalops), first described by Eigenmann, 1907 is a small fish in the family Acestrorhamphidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 5.00 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 Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Acestrorhamphidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Moenkhausia Megalops is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Moenkhausia Megalops is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 8°N - 8°S South America: Amazon River basin and coastal rivers in French Guiana.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | tetra itaitubská |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Lambari · Piaba |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astyanax megalops | Eigenmann | 1907 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Moenkhausia Megalops.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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