Neolebias Powelli
📖 Overview
Neolebias Powelli (Neolebias powelli) is a ray-finned fish of the family Distichodontidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 1.6 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Diagnosis: body depth 4-4.4x and head length 3.2-3.5x SL; 32-36 ctenoid scales in longitudinal series; 9-10 anal fin branched rays; 11-12 dorsal fin branched rays; 1 to 4 iridescent green (in live fish) or black (in preserved material) spots on sides . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Neolebias Powelli is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Neolebias Powelli is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Neolebias Powelli is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical; 23°C - 26°C known only from the Niger Delta in Nigeria (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | patetra Powellova |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 14 records indexed .
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