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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Tropical

Sturisomatichthys Leightoni

Sturisomatichthys leightoni Regan, 1912
Max Length
18 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.5
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
37.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Sturisomatichthys Leightoni (Sturisomatichthys leightoni) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 18 cm. With a trophic level of 2.5, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Sturisomatichthys leightoni
Authority
Regan, 1912
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
18 cm
Trophic Level
2.5
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
37.00/100
Water Temp
20–24 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Sturisomatichthys
Sturisomatichthys
Species
Sturisomatichthys Leightoni
Sturisomatichthys leightoni

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Sturisomatichthys Leightoni is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Sturisomatichthys Leightoni 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; 20°C - 24°C South America: Upper Magdalena and Cauca River basins in Colombia.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
2.5±0.2

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00398 × L3.11 (TL)
Max TL
18cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
20–24°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2014

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
37.00/100
Moderate vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.5
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Regan, 1912

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