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💧 Freshwater 🌡️ Tropical

Phenacostethus Sikat

Phenacostethus sikat Parenti, Lumbantobing & Haryono, 2023
Max Length
1.5 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
3
Depth
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone

📖 Overview

Phenacostethus Sikat (Phenacostethus sikat) is a ray-finned fish of the family Phallostethidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 1.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.

Scientific Name
Phenacostethus sikat
Authority
Parenti, Lumbantobing & Haryono, 2023
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Body Shape
Elongated
Max Length
1.5 cm
Trophic Level
3
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal soft rays: 14; Vertebrae: 32 - 34. : elongated; Cross section: compressed.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Phenacostethus Sikat is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Phenacostethus Sikat is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Phenacostethus Sikat is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00389 × L3.12 (TL)
Max TL
1.5cm
Dorsal Rays
7
Anal Rays
14
Vertebrae
33

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3
Predator
Body Shape
Elongated
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Parenti, Lumbantobing & Haryono, 2023

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