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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Subtropical

Hemiodus Sterni

Hemiodus sterni Géry, 1964
Max Length
7.9 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.8
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Hemiodus Sterni (Hemiodus sterni) is a ray-finned fish of the family Hemiodontidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.9 cm. With a trophic level of 2.8, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Hemiodus sterni
Authority
Géry, 1964
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
7.9 cm
Trophic Level
2.8
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
22–26 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Hemiodus Sterni is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Hemiodus Sterni is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Hemiodus Sterni is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Distinct pairing .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.8 - 7.0; dH range: ? - 12. Subtropical; 22°C - 26°C South America: upper Juruena River basin, in Tapajós River drainage, Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.8±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00537 × L3.14 (TL)
Max TL
7.9cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
22–26°C
pH Range
5.8–7
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.8
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Géry, 1964

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