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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Cynoglossus Kapuasensis

Cynoglossus kapuasensis Fowler, 1905
Max Length
28.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.5
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
34.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Cynoglossus Kapuasensis (Cynoglossus kapuasensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cynoglossidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 28.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, 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
Cynoglossus kapuasensis
Authority
Fowler, 1905
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Body Shape
Short and / or deep
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
28.5 cm
Trophic Level
3.5
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
34.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Dorsal-fin rays fewer than 110 (Ref 9895).: short and / or deep.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Cynoglossus Kapuasensis 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

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.5±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01047 × L3.05 (TL)
Max TL
28.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
34.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.5
Predator
Body Shape
Short and / or deep
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Fowler, 1905

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