Moenkhausia Pankilopteryx
📖 Overview
Moenkhausia Pankilopteryx (Moenkhausia pankilopteryx), first described by Bertaco & Lucinda, 2006 is a small fish in the family Acestrorhamphidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 9.70 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
Moenkhausia pankilopteryx is distinguished from its congeners primarily by the putative autapomorphic presence of bony hooks on all fins of mature males. It is further distinguished from nearly all other members of the genus by the combination of 37–41 pored scales in the lateral line; a caudal-peduncle spot; a deep body, 43.3–51.0 % SL; two humeral spots, of which the first is black, larger and vertically elongate, and the second is dark, very diffuse, and not always visible; two to three maxillary teeth, and analfin rays ii–iv, 24–27 .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Moenkhausia Pankilopteryx is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America : Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Moenkhausia Pankilopteryx.
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