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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Astroblepus Mancoi

Astroblepus mancoi Eigenmann, 1928
Max Length
10.2 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Astroblepus Mancoi (Astroblepus mancoi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Astroblepidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Astroblepus mancoi
Authority
Eigenmann, 1928
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
10.2 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Astroblepus Mancoi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Astroblepus Mancoi is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Astroblepus Mancoi is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Astroblepus Mancoi is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: upper Ucayali River basin.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00955 × L3.06 (TL)
Max TL
10.2cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2014

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Eigenmann, 1928

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