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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Cynoglossus Waandersii

Cynoglossus waandersii Bleeker, 1854
Max Length
8.3 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
12.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Cynoglossus Waandersii (Cynoglossus waandersii) 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 8.3 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
Cynoglossus waandersii
Authority
Bleeker, 1854
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Body Shape
Short and / or deep
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
8.3 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
12.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Blind side of body and head region with ctenoid scales throughout. About 24 scales between dorsolateral and midlateral lines (Ref 9895).: short and / or deep.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Cynoglossus Waandersii 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
3.3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01047 × L3.05 (TL)
Max TL
8.3cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
12.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Body Shape
Short and / or deep
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Bleeker, 1854

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