Thoracochromis Brauschi
📖 Overview
Mainly feeds on plants (e.g. Vallisneria aethiopica) but also on algae and detritus; ovophilic, agamous, maternal mouthbrooder .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Thoracochromis Brauschi is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Thoracochromis Brauschi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooding by females.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical; 25°C - 27°C ; 2°S - 5°S endemic to the Fwa River (Sankuru River, Kasai drainage, middle Congo River basin) in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
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📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haplochromis brauschi | Poll & Thys van den Audenaerde | 1965 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Thoracochromis Brauschi.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 9 records indexed .
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