Phantom Knifefish
📖 Overview
Phantom Knifefish (Rhabdolichops jegui) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sternopygidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 31.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Anal soft rays: 165 - 190; Vertebrae: 72 - 86. dorsal, caudal and pelvic fins absent; 0-4 electrocytes rows, eye diameter 16.3 to 22.9 times in head length; body color grey, slightly translucent, with a darker dorsum and hyaline fins.: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Phantom Knifefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Maroni River basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Phantom Knifefish |
| 🌍CES | dlouhoocaska maronská |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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