The term Nannoperca oxleyana does not appear in widely recognized taxonomic or encyclopedic sources. It is likely a misspelling or a non‑standard rendering of a valid scientific name. The closest recognized name is Nannoperca oxleyensis, commonly known as the Oxleyan pygmy perch, a small freshwater fish native to eastern Australia.
Possible etymology
- Nannoperca: derived from Greek nanos “dwarf” and Latin perca “perch”, indicating a small perch‑like fish.
- oxleyana: may be intended to reference “Oxley”, possibly honoring the Australian explorer John Oxley or the Oxley River region where related species occur.
Contextual usage
If the term appears in literature, it may be used informally or erroneously when referring to the Oxleyan pygmy perch (Nannoperca oxleyensis). No reliable, independent sources confirm Nannoperca oxleyana as a distinct, formally described species.
