Macleay's glass perchlet
📖 Overview
Occurs along the vegetated margins of streams and swamps, often among dense aquatic vegetation . Feeds mainly on small crustaceans as well as on aquatic insects, juvenile fishes and algae .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9 - 11. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Macleay's glass perchlet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 20°C - 32°C
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans as well as on aquatic insects, juvenile fishes and algae (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Macleay's glass perchlet is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Macleay's glass perchlet has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
📊 Population Dynamics
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