Microsynodontis sp. (1) • Mochokidae • Cat-eLog

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Scientific Name	Microsynodontis sp. (1)
Common Name
Pronunciation	mike row sin oh don tiss
Etymology	Microsynodontis: From the Greek mikros, meaning small, and synodontis; in reference to the small size of members of this genus.
Species Information
Size	50mm or 2" SL. Find near, nearer or same sized spp.
Identification	The genus Microsynodontis has an interrupted lateral line. The caudal fin is usually rounded or truncate, sometimes with a slight indent. There is a long adipose fin with no fin ray. Three pairs of barbels with the mandibular barbels branched.
General Remarks	This is a possibly a new species that has yet to be scientifically described.
Habitat Information
Distribution	Nigeria
Husbandry Information
Breeding	Unreported.
Breeding Reports	There is no breeding report.
Further Information
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Last Update	2013 Feb 03 15:41 (species record created: 2002 Aug 31 00:00)