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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Cobitis Microcephala

Cobitis microcephala Chen & Chen, 2011
Max Length
6 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
22.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone

📖 Overview

Cobitis Microcephala (Cobitis microcephala) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cobitidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Cobitis microcephala
Authority
Chen & Chen, 2011
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
6 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
22.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Cobitis Microcephala is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Cobitis Microcephala is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Cobitis Microcephala is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Cobitis Microcephala is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00513 × L3.08 (TL)
Max TL
6cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2023

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
22.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Chen & Chen, 2011

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