Synodontis Polyodon
📖 Overview
Oviparous . Maximum total length reported as 31.4 cm seems based on Ref. 82238 (holotype size), but is more likely 21.4 cm based on the holotype picture on the MNHN collection website, which agrees to the maximum standard length reported and observed (T. Musschoot, pers. comm.).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Anal spines: 0. Diagnosis: 85-90 movable mandibular teeth, forming a long series; head width 96.6-99.4% HL; postocular length at least 60% of snout length; maxillary barbels without a basal membrane, slightly longer than head length and reaching to base of pectoral spine; dorsal spine prolonged by a short filament, without serration along anterior edge and a few serrations along posterior edge; entire margin of opercle smooth; caudal fin without single dark patch at base of each fin lobe . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Synodontis Polyodon is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Synodontis Polyodon is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous . Distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 0°S - 2°S endemic to Ogowe basin in Gabon (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 16 records indexed .
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