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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Kryptopterus Lumholtzi

Kryptopterus lumholtzi Rendahl, 1922
Max Length
21 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
4.1
Depth
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
36.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone

📖 Overview

Kryptopterus Lumholtzi (Kryptopterus lumholtzi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Siluridae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 21 cm. With a trophic level of 4.1, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Kryptopterus lumholtzi
Authority
Rendahl, 1922
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
21 cm
Trophic Level
4.1
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
36.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Kryptopterus Lumholtzi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Kryptopterus Lumholtzi is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Kryptopterus Lumholtzi is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Kryptopterus Lumholtzi is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
4.1±0.7

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00562 × L3 (TL)
Max TL
21cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2019

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
36.00/100
Moderate vulnerability
Trophic Level
4.1
Apex / Top predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Rendahl, 1922

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