Pellonulinae
Pellonulinae
Pellonulinae (pronunciation: pell-oh-nuh-lin-ee) is a subfamily of small, freshwater fish belonging to the family Clupeidae.
Etymology
The term "Pellonulinae" is derived from the Latin words "pellis" meaning skin and "nulus" meaning small, referring to the small, thin scales of these fish.
Description
Pellonulinae are characterized by their small size, thin scales, and preference for freshwater habitats. They are typically found in rivers and lakes throughout Africa and South America. The subfamily includes several genera, such as Pellonula, Odaxothrissa, and Microthrissa.
Genera
- Pellonula: This genus includes species like Pellonula vorax and Pellonula leonensis. They are small, silvery fish that inhabit rivers and lakes in Africa.
- Odaxothrissa: This genus is native to Africa and includes species such as Odaxothrissa mento and Odaxothrissa vittata.
- Microthrissa: This genus includes species like Microthrissa royauxi and Microthrissa congica. They are small, silvery fish that inhabit the Congo River basin.
Related Terms
- Clupeidae: The family to which Pellonulinae belongs. It includes other subfamilies such as Alosinae and Dorosomatinae.
- Freshwater fish: Fish that spend most or all of their lives in fresh water, such as rivers and lakes, with a salinity of less than 0.05%.
- Scales (zoology): Small, thin, plate-like structures that cover the skin of many fish and reptiles.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pellonulinae
- Wikipedia's article - Pellonulinae
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