Petrocephalus Stuhlmanni
📖 Overview
Petrocephalus Stuhlmanni (Petrocephalus stuhlmanni) 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 7.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 19 - 22; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 25 - 29. Diagnosis: Body depth 30.1% of standard length; head length 27.6% of standard length; length of snout to posterior orbital rim of eye 38.2% of head length; length of snout to centre of eye 28.8% of head length; predorsal length 64.3% of standard length; preanal length 59.6% of standard length; dorsal fin length 15.2% of standard length; anal fin length 23.9% of standard length; distance dorsal fin origin to end of caudal peduncle 39.8% of standard length; depth of caudal peduncle 38.9% of its length; 12 circumpeduncular scales .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Petrocephalus Stuhlmanni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Petrocephalus Stuhlmanni is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Petrocephalus Stuhlmanni is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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