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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Subtropical

Corumba cichlid

Apistogramma commbrae Regan, 1906
Max Length
3.3 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Corumba cichlid (Apistogramma commbrae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Apistogramma commbrae
Authority
Regan, 1906
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
3.3 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
23–28 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Corumba cichlid is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Corumba cichlid is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Corumba cichlid is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Max. 80 eggs are deposited on the cave ceiling. Female clutch tender, but male often takes part in caring for eggs and larvae .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: ? - 7.0; dH range: 10 - 2060. Subtropical; 23°C - 28°C South America: Paraguay River basin, middle Paraná River basin in Argentina, and the Uruguay River basin.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.0182 × L2.99 (TL)
Max TL
3.3cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
23–28°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Regan, 1906

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