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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Pseudomystus Rugosus

Pseudomystus rugosus Regan, 1913
Max Length
12 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
20.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Pseudomystus Rugosus (Pseudomystus rugosus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bagridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Pseudomystus rugosus
Authority
Regan, 1913
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
12 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
20.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Pseudomystus Rugosus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Pseudomystus Rugosus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Pseudomystus Rugosus is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Pseudomystus Rugosus is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00871 × L2.93 (TL)
Max TL
12cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2019

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
20.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Regan, 1913

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