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Big-scaled redfin

Pseudaspius hakonensis Günther, 1877
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Max Length
50 cm
Max Weight
1.5 kg
Lifespan
8 yrs
Trophic Level
3.8
Depth
-
Climate
Temperate
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
62.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Omnivore, feeding mainly on benthic invertebrates . Length type refers to body length and is assumed in TL.

Scientific Name
Pseudaspius hakonensis
Authority
Günther, 1877
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Temperate
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
50 cm
Max Weight
1.5 kg
Lifespan
8 years
Trophic Level
3.8
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
62.00/100
Migration
Anadromous

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Pseudaspius
Pseudaspius
Species
Big-scaled redfin
Pseudaspius hakonensis

🐟 Physical Description

: fusiform / normal.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Big-scaled redfin is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic; anadromous . Temperate

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater 🌿 Brackish
Migration
Anadromous
Feeding Mode
Omnivore
Trophic Level
3.8±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00724 × L3.06 (TL)
Max TL
50cm
Max Weight
1,500g

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
62.00/100
High vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.8
Predator
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
Climate Zone
Temperate
Described By
Günther, 1877

🎣 Angling Guide

Difficulty
Beginner
Fight Rating
strong pulls with head-shakes
Best Seasons
spring,summer,fall
Best Time
incoming tide, dawn and dusk
Line Weight
15-30
Rod Type
medium-heavy spinning
Hook Size
2/0-5/0
Catch & Release
✓ Recommended
Best Months
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Techniques
bottom fishing popping cork soft plastics live bait
Bait & Lures
live shrimp cut mullet soft plastic paddle-tails popping corks
Recommended Tackle
  • medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
  • 30-50 lb braid
  • fluorocarbon leader
Where to Find Them
  • grass flats
  • oyster bars
  • marsh drains
  • deeper channel edges
Tips & Tricks
Popping cork technique attracts fish from distance. Fish moving tides.
Catch & Release Tips

Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.

Regulations Summary

⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
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