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💧 Freshwater 🌡️ Subtropical

Deuterodon Giton

Deuterodon giton Eigenmann, 1908
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Max Length
11.3 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
20.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Deuterodon Giton (Deuterodon giton) is a ray-finned fish of the family Acestrorhamphidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.

Scientific Name
Deuterodon giton
Authority
Eigenmann, 1908
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
Max Length
11.3 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
20.00/100
Water Temp
20–25 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Deuterodon Giton is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Deuterodon Giton 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. Subtropical; 20°C - 25°C South America: Paraíba do Sur River basin and coastal streams of Espírito Santo and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00955 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
11.3cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
20–25°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
20.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Eigenmann, 1908

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