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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Eigenmannia Muirapinima

Eigenmannia muirapinima Peixoto, Dutra & Wosiacki, 2015
Max Length
14.3 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.1
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Eigenmannia Muirapinima (Eigenmannia muirapinima) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sternopygidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, 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
Eigenmannia muirapinima
Authority
Peixoto, Dutra & Wosiacki, 2015
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Body Shape
Elongated
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
14.3 cm
Trophic Level
3.1
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Anal soft rays: 170 - 198. : elongated.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Eigenmannia Muirapinima is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Eigenmannia Muirapinima is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Eigenmannia Muirapinima is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Igarapé Santo Antônio and Lago Jará, both tributaries of Rio Amazonas, Rio Amazonas basin in Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.1±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00355 × L2.97 (TL)
Max TL
14.3cm
Anal Rays
184

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2021

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.1
Predator
Body Shape
Elongated
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Peixoto, Dutra & Wosiacki, 2015

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