Pseudotropheus Galanos
📖 Overview
Pseudotropheus Galanos (Pseudotropheus galanos) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 16 - 17; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8. No acutely sloped ethmo-vomerine block. Lower jaw parallel to a line from the tip of the snout to the hypural plate. Compared to P. williamsi, head depth is smaller (88.7-99.4% SL vs. 102%); eyes larger, vertical eye diameter 27.3-32.2% HL vs. 25.5%; lesser body depth .: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pseudotropheus Galanos is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pseudotropheus Galanos.
🔍 Similar Species
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