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💧 Freshwater Near Threatened 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Tropical

Striped glass catfish

Kryptopterus macrocephalus Bleeker, 1858
Max Length
9.7 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
4.2
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
22.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Restricted to peat habitats . Occurs in shady spots in running waters. Omnivorous, although larger individuals may prey on smaller fishes . Uncommon in aquarium trade .

Scientific Name
Kryptopterus macrocephalus
Authority
Bleeker, 1858
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
NT
Max Length
9.7 cm
Trophic Level
4.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
22.00/100
Water Temp
22–26 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Striped glass catfish is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Striped glass catfish is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

small fish
crustaceans
cephalopods

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.4; dH range: 10 - 20. Tropical; 22°C - 26°C

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
4.2±0.73

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00562 × L3 (TL)
Max TL
9.7cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
22–26°C
pH Range
6.5–7.4
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Near Threatened
Assessment Date
2019

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
22.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
4.2
Apex / Top predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Bleeker, 1858

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

"Kryptopterus Macrocephalus is an edible species."

✗ Not for Raw
✓ Fresh Indicators
  • Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
  • Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
  • Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
  • Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
  • Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
✗ Avoid If
  • Cloudy or sunken eyes
  • Strong fishy or ammonia odour
  • Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
  • Discoloured or dry flesh
Best Cooking Methods
Baking Grilling Pan-frying

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Striped glass catfish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Striped glass catfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact
✓ Sustainable Choice

🔬 Full Nutritional Profile

Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)

Proximate Composition
Energy125 kcal
Moisture75 %
Protein20 %
Total Fat4 %
Ash1.3 %
Fatty Acids (g)
Saturated Fat1 g
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g
Omega-3 Total1 g
EPA0.3 g
DHA0.5 g
Omega-6 Total0.3 g
Key Minerals & Vitamins
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.7 mg
Magnesium30 mg
Phosphorus220 mg
Potassium380 mg
Sodium55 mg
Zinc0.5 mg
Selenium32 µg
Vitamin B122 µg

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
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