Teleogramma Gracile
📖 Overview
Teleogramma Gracile (Teleogramma gracile) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Diagnosis: rounded to slightly flattened body; differs from T. brichardi and T. depressum in the possession of a lower number of body scales pored by the lateral-line system (33-35); some males with several vertical rows of maculae in caudal fin; snout slightly more pointed than in T. brichardi; eyes in a somewhat more elevated position .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Teleogramma Gracile is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Teleogramma Gracile is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Teleogramma Gracile is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 2 records indexed .
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