Parasphaerichthys Lineatus
📖 Overview
Parasphaerichthys Lineatus (Parasphaerichthys lineatus), first described by Britz & Kottelat, 2002 is a tiny fish. Adults typically reach 1.90 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.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2 - 4; Dorsal soft rays (total): 4 - 6; Anal spines: 8 - 10; Anal soft rays: 11 - 14; Vertebrae: 25 - 26. Absence of lateral ocellus on middle of flank; presence of a conspicuous mid-lateral stripe; number of abdominal ribs usually 8 starting on second vertebra; and a single epural in the caudal fin. Posterior branch of first pelvic soft ray elongated as filament that projects slightly beyond fin membrane .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Parasphaerichthys Lineatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
In captivity, the male predominantly picks up the released egss from the bottom of the tank and stores them in a nest built beneath a projecting corner of a small stone. The nest has a number of small air bubbles and several dozen eggs that together formed a compact mass that adhered to the stone .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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