Trigonectes Rubromarginatus
📖 Overview
Trigonectes Rubromarginatus (Trigonectes rubromarginatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Rivulidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 14; Anal soft rays: 16 - 18. Distinguished from other species of the genus, except T. strigabundus, by having straight mouth cleft. Differs from T. strigabundus and all other species of the genus by the elongated pelvic fin of the males, whose tip is reaching to the base of 11th to 15th anal rays and the presence of a bright red stripe along the ventral margin of the male caudal fin. Seems to differ from T. strigabundus by having a larger size .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trigonectes Rubromarginatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Trigonectes Rubromarginatus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Trigonectes Rubromarginatus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Tropical; 23°C - 27°C South America: Araguaia River basin, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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