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💧 Freshwater Endangered 🌡️ Subtropical

Bullockia Maldonadoi

Bullockia maldonadoi Eigenmann, 1920
Max Length
5.7 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Bullockia Maldonadoi (Bullockia maldonadoi) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Bullockia maldonadoi
Authority
Eigenmann, 1920
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
EN
Max Length
5.7 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
16–26 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Bullockia
Bullockia
Species
Bullockia Maldonadoi
Bullockia maldonadoi

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Bullockia Maldonadoi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Bullockia Maldonadoi 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; pH range: 6.0 - 7.0; dH range: ? - 15. Subtropical; 16°C - 26°C South America: Chile.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00759 × L3 (TL)
Max TL
5.7cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
16–26°C
pH Range
6–7
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Endangered
Assessment Date
2024

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Eigenmann, 1920

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