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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Brachyrhamdia Meesi

Brachyrhamdia meesi Sands & Black, 1985
Max Length
6.1 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
33.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Brachyrhamdia Meesi (Brachyrhamdia meesi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Heptapteridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Brachyrhamdia meesi
Authority
Sands & Black, 1985
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
6.1 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Vulnerability
33.00/100
Water Temp
24–26 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Brachyrhamdia Meesi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Brachyrhamdia Meesi 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; 24°C - 26°C South America: Amazon River basin, Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00813 × L2.97 (TL)
Max TL
6.1cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
24–26°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
33.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Sands & Black, 1985

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