Paramormyrops Longicaudatus
📖 Overview
Paramormyrops Longicaudatus (Paramormyrops longicaudatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Mormyridae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 23.8 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: 24 - 27. A slender and elongate body . Head gently rounded, sloping downward; snout is V-shaped from above . Fleshy submental swelling present . Origin of anal fin slightly in advance of dorsal fin . Body colour is light brown to yellow above, yellowish gold below; small dark brown spots irregular over the body surface .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Paramormyrops Longicaudatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical indo River in Gabon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇫🇷French | Mormyre |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brienomyrus longicaudatus | Taverne, Thys van den Audenaerde, Heymer & Géry | 1977 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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