Rubricatochromis Stellifer
📖 Overview
Rubricatochromis Stellifer (Rubricatochromis stellifer) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13 - 15; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 12; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 9. Diagnosis: never with multiple series of distinct blotches or bars on flanks; iridophores often visible on head, but rarely present on body or unpaired fins; mid-lateral black spot always present, rounded and relatively large, sometimes bordered by a light zone around posterior and anterior edges (but not fully ocellated); sometimes small black spots and/or 7-9 narrow black bars on dorsum, sometimes reaching to mid-body; black spot on caudal peduncle normally absent, or if present, small and ovoid . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rubricatochromis Stellifer is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Rubricatochromis Stellifer is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Rubricatochromis Stellifer is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 22°C - 26°C central regions of Gabon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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