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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Tropical

Epiplatys Togolensis

Epiplatys togolensis Loiselle, 1971
Max Length
8 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone

📖 Overview

Epiplatys Togolensis (Epiplatys togolensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nothobranchiidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Epiplatys togolensis
Authority
Loiselle, 1971
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
8 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
22–28 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Epiplatys Togolensis is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Epiplatys Togolensis is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Epiplatys Togolensis is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Epiplatys Togolensis is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 22°C - 28°C

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.3±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00603 × L3.13 (TL)
Max TL
8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
22–28°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2019

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Loiselle, 1971

🌐 Names & Taxonomy

Scientific Synonyms

Scientific Name Author Year Status
Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis Loiselle 1971 Synonym

🗺️ Global Occurrence Map

Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .

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