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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Subtropical

Petrocephalus Keatingii

Petrocephalus keatingii Boulenger, 1901
Max Length
12 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
12.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Petrocephalus Keatingii (Petrocephalus keatingii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Mormyridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Petrocephalus keatingii
Authority
Boulenger, 1901
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
12 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
12.00/100
Water Temp
20–30 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Petrocephalus Keatingii is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Petrocephalus Keatingii is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Petrocephalus Keatingii is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Petrocephalus Keatingii is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Subtropical; 20°C - 30°C ; 24°N - 3°N known from the White Nile between Sobat confluence and Khartoum (Ref.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01549 × L2.86 (TL)
Max TL
12cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
20–30°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2009

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
12.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Boulenger, 1901

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