Rhabdalestes Brevidorsalis
📖 Overview
Rhabdalestes Brevidorsalis (Rhabdalestes brevidorsalis), first described by Pellegrin, 1921 is a tiny fish in the family Alestidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 3.30 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: 16 - 17. Diagnosis: lateral line always incomplete with 6-7 pored scales; 4.5 scales above lateral line; 25-28 lateral line scales; 13-14 anal fin branched rays; 12 gill rakers on lower limb of first gill arch . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rhabdalestes Brevidorsalis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical Known only from the Chad (Gribingui River) and Mayo Kebbi basins (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Rhabdalestes Brevidorsalis.
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