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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient

Glaridoglanis Andersonii

Glaridoglanis andersonii Day, 1870
Max Length
16.3 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
💧 Freshwater
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
43.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Glaridoglanis Andersonii (Glaridoglanis andersonii), first described by Day, 1870 is a medium-sized fish. Adults typically reach 16.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.

Scientific Name
Glaridoglanis andersonii
Authority
Day, 1870
Habitat
Freshwater
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
16.3 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
43.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Glaridoglanis
Glaridoglanis
Species
Glaridoglanis Andersonii
Glaridoglanis andersonii

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Glaridoglanis Andersonii is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Glaridoglanis Andersonii 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. High altitude

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00589 × L3.08 (TL)
Max TL
16.3cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2009

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
43.00/100
Moderate vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator

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