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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Tropical

Argopleura Magdalenensis

Argopleura magdalenensis Eigenmann, 1913
Max Length
6 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Argopleura Magdalenensis (Argopleura magdalenensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stevardiidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6 cm. With a trophic level of 3, 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
Argopleura magdalenensis
Authority
Eigenmann, 1913
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
6 cm
Trophic Level
3
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Argopleura Magdalenensis is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Argopleura Magdalenensis is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Argopleura Magdalenensis is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Argopleura Magdalenensis is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Magdalena River basin in Colombia.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00871 × L3.02 (TL)
Max TL
6cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2014

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Eigenmann, 1913

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