Honess' glass perchlet
📖 Overview
Honess' glass perchlet (Tetracentrum honessi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ambassidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9 - 11.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Honess' glass perchlet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Honess' glass perchlet is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Honess' glass perchlet is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 22°C - 26°C ; 8°S - 10°S known only from Papua New Guinea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xenambassis honessi | Schultz | 1945 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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