Orestias Elegans
📖 Overview
Orestias Elegans (Orestias elegans), first described by Garman, 1895 is a small fish in the family Cyprinodontidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 10.00 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 Endangered.The species is a species of conservation concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Orestias Elegans is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Orestias Elegans is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Tropical South America: Santa Eulalia River, Pacific slope of Peru.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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