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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Olyra Horae

Olyra horae Prashad & Mukerji, 1929
Max Length
6.8 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Vulnerability
14.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Olyra Horae (Olyra horae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Olyridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Olyra horae
Authority
Prashad & Mukerji, 1929
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
6.8 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Vulnerability
14.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Olyra Horae is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Olyra Horae is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Olyra Horae is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Olyra Horae is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.3±0.1

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00871 × L2.93 (TL)
Max TL
6.8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2009

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
14.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Prashad & Mukerji, 1929

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