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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Arapaima Mapae

Arapaima mapae Valenciennes, 1847
Max Length
203 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
71.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Arapaima Mapae (Arapaima mapae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Arapaimidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 203 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Arapaima mapae
Authority
Valenciennes, 1847
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
203 cm
Trophic Level
3.4
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
71.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Arapaima Mapae is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Arapaima Mapae is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Lago do Amapá, Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.4±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00389 × L3.12 (TL)
Max TL
203cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
71.00/100
High vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Valenciennes, 1847

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