Oreonectes Retrodorsalis
📖 Overview
Oreonectes Retrodorsalis (Oreonectes retrodorsalis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nemacheilidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal soft rays: 9. Distinguished from other species by having the following characters: head compressed; eyes present; dorsal-fin origin behind the pelvic-fin origin; entire body and belly covered by scales; incomplete lateral line with 3-4 pores; cephalic lateral-line system reduced, with only 2+4 infraorbital pores; caudal fin emarginate . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Oreonectes Retrodorsalis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Oreonectes Retrodorsalis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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