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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Sturisomatichthys Tamanae

Sturisomatichthys tamanae Regan, 1912
Max Length
22.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.5
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
34.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Sturisomatichthys Tamanae (Sturisomatichthys tamanae) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 22.5 cm. With a trophic level of 2.5, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Sturisomatichthys tamanae
Authority
Regan, 1912
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
22.5 cm
Trophic Level
2.5
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
34.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Sturisomatichthys
Sturisomatichthys
Species
Sturisomatichthys Tamanae
Sturisomatichthys tamanae

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Sturisomatichthys Tamanae is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Sturisomatichthys Tamanae 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 South America: San Juan River basin 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
22.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2014

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
34.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.5
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Regan, 1912

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