Pronothobranchius Gambiensis
📖 Overview
Pronothobranchius Gambiensis (Pronothobranchius gambiensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nothobranchiidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 17; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 15 - 17; Vertebrae: 29. Diagnosis: It is distinguished from all congeners by the following unique combination of characters: males with about 5-20 spots on flank, each being greater in diameter than the radius of the pupil, proximal stripe on anal fin, dorsal fin tip reaching centre of caudal peduncle, pelvic fin short, not reaching anus, females with dots on flank and fins; dorsal fin with 15-17 rays and 26-31 scales in median lateral series . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pronothobranchius Gambiensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; pelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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