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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Temperate

Metahomaloptera Omeiensis

Metahomaloptera omeiensis Chang, 1944
Max Length
6 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Temperate
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Metahomaloptera Omeiensis (Metahomaloptera omeiensis), first described by Chang, 1944 is a small fish. Adults typically reach 6.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.

Scientific Name
Metahomaloptera omeiensis
Authority
Chang, 1944
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Temperate
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
6 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Metahomaloptera
Metahomaloptera
Species
Metahomaloptera Omeiensis
Metahomaloptera omeiensis

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Metahomaloptera Omeiensis is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Metahomaloptera Omeiensis is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Temperate

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01023 × L3.03 (TL)
Max TL
6cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2023

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Temperate
Described By
Chang, 1944

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