Thysochromis Ansorgii
📖 Overview
Pair-bonding, substrate brooder which spawns preferentially in caves or cave-like structures . Maximum TL was recorded at 12.0-13.0 cm .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13 - 16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 9. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Thysochromis Ansorgii is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 5 - 19. Tropical; 24°C - 26°C ; 13°N - 3°N
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | pestřenec pětiskvrnný |
| 🇩🇪German | Fünffleckbuntbarsch |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | Täpläpalettiahven |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelmatochromis ansorgii | Boulenger | 1901 | Synonym |
| Pelmatochromis arnoldi | Boulenger | 1912 | Synonym |
| Pelmatochromis maculifer | Ahl | 1939 | Synonym |
| Thysia ansorgii | Boulenger | 1901 | Synonym |
| Thysia arnoldi | Boulenger | 1912 | Synonym |
| Tilapia maculifer | Ahl | 1939 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Thysochromis Ansorgii.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 59 records indexed .
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