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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Rakthamichthys Roseni

Rakthamichthys roseni Bailey & Gans, 1998
Max Length
16 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.1
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
23.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Rakthamichthys Roseni (Rakthamichthys roseni) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 16 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, 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
Rakthamichthys roseni
Authority
Bailey & Gans, 1998
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
16 cm
Trophic Level
3.1
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
23.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Rakthamichthys
Rakthamichthys
Species
Rakthamichthys Roseni
Rakthamichthys roseni

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Rakthamichthys Roseni is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Rakthamichthys Roseni is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Rakthamichthys Roseni is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

🪺 Nest Builder

The male guards and builds nest or burrow .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.1±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00085 × L3.09 (TL)
Max TL
16cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2010

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
23.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.1
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Bailey & Gans, 1998

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