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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Tropical

Coroatá

Platynematichthys notatus Jardine, 1841
Max Length
80 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
4.3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
56.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Coroatá (Platynematichthys notatus), first described by Jardine, 1841 is a large fish. Adults typically reach 80.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is important as a food fish.

Scientific Name
Platynematichthys notatus
Authority
Jardine, 1841
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
80 cm
Trophic Level
4.3
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
56.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Platynematichthys
Platynematichthys
Species
Coroatá
Platynematichthys notatus

🐟 Physical Description

: fusiform / normal.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Coroatá is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

small fish
crustaceans
cephalopods

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Amazon and Orinoco River basins.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
4.3±0.8

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00933 × L3.08 (TL)
Max TL
80cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
56.00/100
High vulnerability
Trophic Level
4.3
Apex / Top predator
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Jardine, 1841

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Coroatá is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Coroatá has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
- - -

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