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💧 Freshwater 🌡️ Tropical

Phenacogaster Pectinata

Phenacogaster pectinata Cope, 1870
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Max Length
4.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Phenacogaster Pectinata (Phenacogaster pectinata) is a ray-finned fish of the family Characidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.

Scientific Name
Phenacogaster pectinata
Authority
Cope, 1870
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Max Length
4.5 cm
Latitude
8°S – 1°N
Trophic Level
3.4
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
23–27 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Phenacogaster Pectinata is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Phenacogaster Pectinata is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.0 - 7.8; dH range: 12 - 25. Tropical; 23°C - 27°C ; 1°N - 8°S, 75°W - 55°W South America: Middle and upper Amazon River basin.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.4±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00676 × L3.12 (TL)
Max TL
4.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
23–27°C
pH Range
6–7.8
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Latitude Range
1°N – 8°S
Described By
Cope, 1870

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