Phenacogrammus Major
📖 Overview
Phenacogrammus Major (Phenacogrammus major), first described by Boulenger, 1903 is a small fish in the family Alestidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 9.50 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. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Alestidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 21 - 25. Diagnosis: flanks with intense pigment band from a vertical through anal fin origin and extending caudad to posterior margin of median caudal fin rays; 24-26 scales in longitudinal series; adipose fin broad and rounded, its total length 3x or more its length at base . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Phenacogrammus Major is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alestopetersius major major | Boulenger | 1903 | Synonym |
| Hemigrammopetersius major | Boulenger | 1903 | Synonym |
| Micralestes major | Boulenger | 1903 | Synonym |
| Petersius major | Boulenger | 1903 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Phenacogrammus Major.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 50 records indexed .
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