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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Astroblepus Sabalo

Astroblepus sabalo Valenciennes, 1840
Max Length
22 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
11.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Astroblepus Sabalo (Astroblepus sabalo) 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 22 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
Astroblepus sabalo
Authority
Valenciennes, 1840
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
22 cm
Trophic Level
3.4
Vulnerability
11.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Astroblepus Sabalo is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Astroblepus Sabalo is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

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

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.4±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01047 × L3.02 (TL)
Max TL
22cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2014

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
11.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Valenciennes, 1840

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