Sanagia Velifera
📖 Overview
Sanagia Velifera (Sanagia velifera), first described by Holly, 1926 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 15.80 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 Near Threatened.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 15; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: broadly interrupted lower lip; two rows of pharyngeal teeth; two pairs of short barbels on each side of head .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sanagia Velifera is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic, found in the Sanaga and Nyong River systems in Cameroon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | Parma Západoafrická |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Sanagia Velifera.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 10 records indexed .
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