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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Mucurilebias Leitaoi

Mucurilebias leitaoi da Cruz & Peixoto, 1992
Max Length
3 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.1
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Mucurilebias Leitaoi (Mucurilebias leitaoi) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Mucurilebias leitaoi
Authority
da Cruz & Peixoto, 1992
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
3 cm
Trophic Level
3.1
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Migration
Non-migratory
Water Temp
22–26 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Mucurilebias
Mucurilebias
Species
Mucurilebias Leitaoi
Mucurilebias leitaoi

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Mucurilebias Leitaoi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Mucurilebias Leitaoi is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Tropical; 22°C - 26°C South America: Mucurí River basin, Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Migration
Non-migratory
Trophic Level
3.1±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00603 × L3.14 (TL)
Max TL
3cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
22–26°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2022

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.1
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
da Cruz & Peixoto, 1992

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