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💧 Freshwater 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Subtropical

Featherfin pearlfish

Simpsonichthys constanciae Myers, 1942
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Max Length
6 cm
Max Weight
—
Lifespan
—
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
—
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
—
Depth Zone
—

📖 Overview

Aquarium conditions preferred: pH=7, H=10, 22°C, with rocks, plants and driftwood. Egg laying peaceful community fish . Bottom spawner, 4 months incubation. Is easy to maintain in the aquarium .

Scientific Name
Simpsonichthys constanciae
Authority
Myers, 1942
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
Max Length
6 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Migration
Non-migratory
Water Temp
22–25 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Featherfin pearlfish is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Featherfin pearlfish is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Featherfin pearlfish is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Featherfin pearlfish is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Subtropical; 22°C - 25°C ; 23°S - 24°S South America: Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Migration
Non-migratory
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01122 × L3.04 (TL)
Max TL
6cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
22–25°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Myers, 1942

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Featherfin pearlfish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Featherfin pearlfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

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