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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Subtropical

Gymnotus Inaequilabiatus

Gymnotus inaequilabiatus Valenciennes, 1839
Max Length
99.8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.5
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
56.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Gymnotus Inaequilabiatus (Gymnotus inaequilabiatus), first described by Valenciennes, 1839 is a large fish in the family Gymnotidae (order Gymnotiformes). Adults typically reach 99.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.

Scientific Name
Gymnotus inaequilabiatus
Authority
Valenciennes, 1839
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
99.8 cm
Trophic Level
3.5
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
56.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Gymnotus Inaequilabiatus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Gymnotus Inaequilabiatus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

Size at Maturity
18.2cm TL

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical South America: Paraguay River basin (also probably in lower Paraná basin).

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.5±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00427 × L2.98 (TL)
Max TL
99.8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
56.00/100
High vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.5
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Valenciennes, 1839

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