Polypterus palmas Ayres, 1850
Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7 - 10; Anal spines: 12 - 14; Vertebrae: 56 - 59. Diagnosis: Polypterus palmas is distinguished from other species of the genus by the upper jaw longer than lower jaw, pectoral fin not reaching the level of the first dorsal fin ray and 27-32 scales between occiput and first dorsal fin ray (Ref. 2835, 28149, 42908, 81263).
Common Names
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Cladistii
Order: Polypteriformes
Family: Polypteridae
Genus: Polypterus
Species: Polypterus palmas Ayres, 1850
Climate Zone
Biology
Facultative air-breathing (Ref. 126274)
Habitat
demersal
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threat to Humans
Harmless