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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🐠 Aquarium 🌡️ Tropical

Bryconamericus Multiradiatus

Bryconamericus multiradiatus Dahl, 1960
Max Length
2.7 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.9
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Bryconamericus Multiradiatus (Bryconamericus multiradiatus), first described by Dahl, 1960 is a tiny fish in the family Stevardiidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 2.70 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Stevardiidae kept in the hobby.

Scientific Name
Bryconamericus multiradiatus
Authority
Dahl, 1960
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
2.7 cm
Trophic Level
2.9
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Bryconamericus Multiradiatus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Bryconamericus Multiradiatus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Atrato River basin.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.9±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00871 × L3.13 (TL)
Max TL
2.7cm

🌡️ 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
2.9
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Dahl, 1960

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