Paramormyrops Gabonensis
📖 Overview
Paramormyrops Gabonensis (Paramormyrops gabonensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Mormyridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 16.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 19 - 21; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 25 - 27. A moderate-sized Paramormyrops . The head profile is slightly concave dorsally; snout is U-shaped from above, it is truncate, rather deep, and fleshy . The fleshy chin appendage is slightly enlarged . The colour is dark chocolate-brown overall, including the fin rays .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Paramormyrops Gabonensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical indo River, Ntem River and Woleu River (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 40 records indexed .
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