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💧 Freshwater Endangered 🌡️ Tropical

Microphis Pleurostictus

Microphis pleurostictus Peters, 1868
Max Length
15 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
16.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Microphis Pleurostictus (Microphis pleurostictus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Syngnathidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 15 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Microphis pleurostictus
Authority
Peters, 1868
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
EN
Max Length
15 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
16.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

: eel-like.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Microphis Pleurostictus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Microphis Pleurostictus is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00095 × L3.05 (TL)
Max TL
15cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Endangered
Assessment Date
2015

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
16.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Peters, 1868

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