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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Subtropical

Eigenmannia Trilineata

Eigenmannia trilineata López & Castello, 1966
Max Length
25 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.1
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
13.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Eigenmannia Trilineata (Eigenmannia trilineata) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sternopygidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 25 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Eigenmannia trilineata
Authority
López & Castello, 1966
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
25 cm
Trophic Level
3.1
Vulnerability
13.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Eigenmannia Trilineata is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Eigenmannia Trilineata 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 South America: Paraguay-Paraná River basin.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.1±0.34

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00263 × L2.86 (TL)
Max TL
25cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
13.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.1
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
López & Castello, 1966

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