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Mesopristes elongatus (Guichenot, 1866) Plain terapon |
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photo by
FAO |
| Family: | Terapontidae (Grunters or tigerperches) | |||
| Max. size: | 16 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; brackish | |||
| Distribution: | Africa: estuaries and freshwaters of Madagascar. | |||
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| Biology: | Eggs are guarded and fanned by the male parent (Ref. 205). Caught with all types of inshore gear. Probably sold fresh in markets. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 01 July 2016 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||