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🌊 Marine Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Biendongella Iljini

Biendongella iljini Prokofiev, 2015
Max Length
6.6 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
97–119 m
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
15.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Biendongella Iljini (Biendongella iljini) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.6 cm. It occurs at depths between 97 and 119 metres. 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
Biendongella iljini
Authority
Prokofiev, 2015
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
6.6 cm
Depth Range
97–119 m
Trophic Level
3.4
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
15.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Biendongella
Biendongella
Species
Biendongella Iljini
Biendongella iljini

🐟 Physical Description

Dorsal spines (total): 6; Dorsal soft rays (total): 26; Anal soft rays: 27; Vertebrae: 26. This species is distinguished by its welldeveloped scales in the predorsal area and on the belly; 2 pterygiophores A before the first hemapophysis; no sagittal crest of skull and pupil in eye .Cross section: circular.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Biendongella Iljini is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Biendongella Iljini is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Biendongella Iljini is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; demersal; depth range 97 - 119 m . Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.4±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00447 × L2.98 (TL)
Max TL
6.6cm
Dorsal Spines
6
Dorsal Rays
26
Anal Rays
27
Vertebrae
26

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2024

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
15.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Prokofiev, 2015

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