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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Pseudochalceus Kyburzi

Pseudochalceus kyburzi Schultz, 1966
Max Length
7.8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.9
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
15.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Pseudochalceus Kyburzi (Pseudochalceus kyburzi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Acestrorhamphidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Pseudochalceus kyburzi
Authority
Schultz, 1966
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
7.8 cm
Trophic Level
2.9
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
15.00/100
Water Temp
23–26 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Pseudochalceus Kyburzi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Pseudochalceus Kyburzi is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Pseudochalceus Kyburzi is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Pseudochalceus Kyburzi is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - ?. Tropical; 23°C - 26°C South America: Coastal rivers in Pacific versant of Colombia.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.9±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00389 × L3.12 (TL)
Max TL
7.8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
23–26°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2014

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
15.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.9
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Schultz, 1966

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