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💧 Freshwater Near Threatened 🌡️ Tropical

Rhamdiopsis Microcephala

Rhamdiopsis microcephala Lütken, 1874
Max Length
7.8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
36.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Rhamdiopsis Microcephala (Rhamdiopsis microcephala) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Rhamdiopsis microcephala
Authority
Lütken, 1874
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
NT
Max Length
7.8 cm
Trophic Level
3.4
Vulnerability
36.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Rhamdiopsis
Rhamdiopsis
Species
Rhamdiopsis Microcephala
Rhamdiopsis microcephala

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Rhamdiopsis Microcephala is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Rhamdiopsis Microcephala is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Upper Paraná and São Francisco River basins in Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.4±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00813 × L2.95 (TL)
Max TL
7.8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Near Threatened
Assessment Date
2018

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
36.00/100
Moderate vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Lütken, 1874

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