Nomorhamphus philippinus

Nomorhamphus philippinus

Five Centimeters Zenarchopterid Fish from Asian Waters

Tropical
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
Southeast Asia
Small
Tropical fish

Nomorhamphus philippinus is a species of viviparous halfbeak endemic to the Philippines. It belongs to the family Zenarchopteridae, a group of freshwater and brackish water fishes known for their elongated jaws and live-bearing reproductive strategy.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Needlefishes, Halfbeaks, and Allies
Family: Zenarchopteridae
Genus: Nomorhamphus
Maximum length: 5 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: Asia: Kulaman Plateau, Cebu, Philippines.
Conservation status: DDData Deficient

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