Tristramella Sacra
📖 Overview
Lives among reeds near the shore of Lake Tiberias and in springs around the lake. Omnivorous, feeding mainly on phytoplankton, but occasionally preying on small fish. Spawns between April and July. Paternal or both sexes mouth-brooder. Spawning takes place in sandy depressions or among reeds. Up to 250 eggs have been counted in the buccal cavity.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Tristramella Sacra is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tristramella Sacra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Tristramella Sacra is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Tristramella Sacra is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Subtropical; 34°N - 30°N endemic to Lake Tiberas.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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