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💧 Freshwater 🌡️ Subtropical

Paratanakia Himantegus

Paratanakia himantegus Günther, 1868
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Max Length
8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.3
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Paratanakia Himantegus (Paratanakia himantegus) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.3, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter.

Scientific Name
Paratanakia himantegus
Authority
Günther, 1868
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
Max Length
8 cm
Trophic Level
2.3
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Water Temp
15–28 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Paratanakia
Paratanakia
Species
Paratanakia Himantegus
Paratanakia himantegus

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Paratanakia Himantegus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Paratanakia Himantegus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

algae
aquatic plants
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical; 15°C - 28°C

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.3±0.1

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01047 × L3.1 (TL)
Max TL
8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
15–28°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
24.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.3
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Günther, 1868

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