Potamobatrachus Trispinosus
📖 Overview
Potamobatrachus Trispinosus (Potamobatrachus trispinosus) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 2 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18 - 19; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 15 - 16; Vertebrae: 26 - 28. Body with four brown dorsal saddles .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Potamobatrachus Trispinosus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Potamobatrachus Trispinosus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Potamobatrachus Trispinosus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; depth range 0 - 2 m . Tropical South America: Araguaia and Tocantins tributaries of the Amazon.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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