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Pristobrycon Calmoni

Pristobrycon calmoni Steindachner, 1908
Max Length
15 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
4
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Pristobrycon Calmoni (Pristobrycon calmoni), first described by Steindachner, 1908 is a medium-sized fish in the family Serrasalmidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 15.00 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. The species is important as a food fish. As a member of the Serrasalmidae, it shares life-history and morphological traits with its relatives in the group.

Scientific Name
Pristobrycon calmoni
Authority
Steindachner, 1908
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Max Length
15 cm
Trophic Level
4
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
23–28 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Pristobrycon Calmoni is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Pristobrycon Calmoni is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

small fish
crustaceans
cephalopods

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

Spawns in schools between plants.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.8; dH range: 4 - 25. Tropical; 23°C - 28°C South America: lower and middle Amazon and Orinoco River basins.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
4±0.63

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.0182 × L3.12 (TL)
Max TL
15cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
23–28°C
pH Range
6.5–7.8
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
4
Apex / Top predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Steindachner, 1908

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

⚡ Nutrition

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

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Pristobrycon Calmoni 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

🔬 Full Nutritional Profile

Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)

Proximate Composition
Energy125 kcal
Moisture75 %
Protein20 %
Total Fat4 %
Ash1.3 %
Fatty Acids (g)
Saturated Fat1 g
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g
Omega-3 Total1 g
EPA0.3 g
DHA0.5 g
Omega-6 Total0.3 g
Key Minerals & Vitamins
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.7 mg
Magnesium30 mg
Phosphorus220 mg
Potassium380 mg
Sodium55 mg
Zinc0.5 mg
Selenium32 µg
Vitamin B122 µg

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