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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Sargochromis Thysi

Sargochromis thysi Poll, 1967
Max Length
19.3 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
27.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Sargochromis Thysi (Sargochromis thysi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cichlidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 19.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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
Sargochromis thysi
Authority
Poll, 1967
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
19.3 cm
Trophic Level
3.4
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
27.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Sargochromis Thysi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Sargochromis Thysi is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Sargochromis Thysi is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Sargochromis Thysi is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.4±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01445 × L2.99 (TL)
Max TL
19.3cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2009

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
27.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Poll, 1967

🌐 Names & Taxonomy

Scientific Synonyms

Scientific Name Author Year Status
Haplochromis thysi Poll 1967 Synonym
Serranochromis thysi Poll 1967 Synonym

🗺️ Global Occurrence Map

Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .

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