Schilbe Nyongensis
📖 Overview
Schilbe Nyongensis (Schilbe nyongensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Schilbeidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1. Diagnosis: adipose fin always present and fully developed . Anterior nostrils closer to each other than to the posterior pair; nasal barbel reaching beyond posterior border of eye, sometimes up to anterior edge of opercle; eyes strikingly large (31-32.7% HL); inner side of pectoral spine strongly serrated; snout projecting beyond mouth . : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Schilbe Nyongensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 5°N - 3°N endemic to the Nyong in Cameroon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eutropius nyongensis | De Vos | 1981 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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