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💧 Freshwater Critically Endangered

Sturisomatichthys Frenatum

Sturisomatichthys frenatum Boulenger, 1902
Max Length
24 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
2.4
Depth
Climate
💧 Freshwater
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
42.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Sturisomatichthys Frenatum (Sturisomatichthys frenatum) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 24 cm. With a trophic level of 2.4, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Sturisomatichthys frenatum
Authority
Boulenger, 1902
Habitat
Freshwater
IUCN Status
CR
Max Length
24 cm
Trophic Level
2.4
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
42.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Sturisomatichthys
Sturisomatichthys
Species
Sturisomatichthys Frenatum
Sturisomatichthys frenatum

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Sturisomatichthys Frenatum is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Sturisomatichthys Frenatum is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Sturisomatichthys Frenatum is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Sturisomatichthys Frenatum is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. High altitude South America: Pacific versant rivers.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
2.4±0.2

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00398 × L3.11 (TL)
Max TL
24cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Critically Endangered
Assessment Date
2014

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
42.00/100
Moderate vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.4
Omnivore / Planktivore

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