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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Hemiculterella Macrolepis

Hemiculterella macrolepis Chen, 1989
Max Length
13.5 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
26.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone

📖 Overview

Hemiculterella Macrolepis (Hemiculterella macrolepis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Hemiculterella macrolepis
Authority
Chen, 1989
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
13.5 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
26.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Distinguishable by its sharp keel between the base of the pelvic fins and the anus; 42-46+1-2 lateral line scales ; 11-14 1/2 branched anal rays .

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Hemiculterella Macrolepis is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Hemiculterella Macrolepis is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Hemiculterella Macrolepis is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00631 × L3.07 (TL)
Max TL
13.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2011

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
26.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Chen, 1989

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