Juhu’s pigmy eel-loach
📖 Overview
Juhu’s pigmy eel-loach (Pangio juhuae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cobitidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 5; Anal soft rays: 5. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: presence of a prominent dorsal fin; eye diameter 7.4-8.8% HL; pectoral fins 4 and anal fins 5; slender body, lack of pigmentation, lack of scales and diminutive eyes .: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Juhu’s pigmy eel-loach is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Juhu’s pigmy eel-loach is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Juhu’s pigmy eel-loach is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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