Mormyrops Zanclirostris
📖 Overview
Mormyrops Zanclirostris (Mormyrops zanclirostris), first described by Günther, 1867 is a medium-sized fish in the family Mormyridae (order Osteoglossiformes). Adults typically reach 27.00 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.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Mormyrops Zanclirostris is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mormyrops Zanclirostris is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇫🇷French | Mormyre |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Габонский мормиропс |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mormyrus zanclirostris | Günther | 1867 | Synonym |
| Oxymormyrus zanclirostris | Günther | 1867 | Synonym |
| Oxyrhynchus zanclirostris | Günther | 1867 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 121 records indexed .
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