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💧 Freshwater 🌡️ Tropical

Nemacheilus Triangularis

Nemacheilus triangularis Day, 1865
Max Length
5.8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
26.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Nemacheilus Triangularis (Nemacheilus triangularis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nemacheilidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.3, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter.

Scientific Name
Nemacheilus triangularis
Authority
Day, 1865
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Max Length
5.8 cm
Trophic Level
2.3
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
26.00/100
Water Temp
21–26 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Nemacheilus Triangularis is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Nemacheilus Triangularis is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

algae
aquatic plants
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 7.0 - 7.5. Tropical; 21°C - 26°C

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
2.3±0.34

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00724 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
5.8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
21–26°C
pH Range
7–7.5
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
26.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.3
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Day, 1865

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