Odontesthes Mauleanum
📖 Overview
Odontesthes Mauleanum (Odontesthes mauleanum) is a ray-finned fish of the family Atherinopsidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Odontesthes Mauleanum is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Odontesthes Mauleanum is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate South America: rivers and lakes of central and south Chile.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cauque mauleanum | Steindachner | 1896 | Synonym |
| Cauque molinae | Fowler | 1940 | Synonym |
| Chirostoma itatanum | Steindachner | 1896 | Synonym |
| Chirostoma mauleanum | Steindachner | 1896 | Synonym |
| Patagonia mauleana | Steindachner | 1896 | Synonym |
| Patagonina mauleana | Steindachner | 1896 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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