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💧 Freshwater Endangered 🌡️ Subtropical

Squalius Kosswigi

Squalius kosswigi Karaman, 1972
Max Length
22 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
35.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Squalius Kosswigi (Squalius kosswigi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 22 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Squalius kosswigi
Authority
Karaman, 1972
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
EN
Max Length
22 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
35.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Squalius Kosswigi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Squalius Kosswigi is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00933 × L3.09 (TL)
Max TL
22cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Endangered
Assessment Date
2013

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
35.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Karaman, 1972

🦠 Common Diseases

The following diseases are known to affect Squalius Kosswigi.

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