Ruwenzori lampeye
📖 Overview
Ruwenzori lampeye (Platypanchax modestus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Poeciliidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Ruwenzori lampeye is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ruwenzori lampeye is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.2; non-migratory. Tropical; 18°C - 24°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Ruwenzori Lampeye |
| 🌍CES | zářnoočko nenápadné |
| 🇩🇪German | Ruwenzori-Leuchtaugenfisch |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aplocheilichthys analis | Worthington | 1932 | Synonym |
| Aplocheilichthys deprimozi | Pellegrin | 1928 | Synonym |
| Haplochilichthys analis | Worthington | 1932 | Synonym |
| Haplochilichthys bukobanus analis | Worthington | 1932 | Synonym |
| Haplochilus deprimozi | Pellegrin | 1928 | Synonym |
| Haplochilus modestus | Pappenheim | 1914 | Synonym |
| Hypsopanchax analis | Worthington | 1932 | Synonym |
| Hypsopanchax deprimozi | Pellegrin | 1928 | Synonym |
| Hypsopanchax modestus | Pappenheim | 1914 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Ruwenzori lampeye.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 31 records indexed .
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