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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Synodontis Longispinis

Synodontis longispinis Pellegrin, 1930
Max Length
13.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.9
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
15.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Synodontis Longispinis (Synodontis longispinis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Mochokidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13.5 cm. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Synodontis longispinis
Authority
Pellegrin, 1930
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
13.5 cm
Latitude
1°S – 2°N
Trophic Level
2.9
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
15.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Synodontis Longispinis is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Synodontis Longispinis is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Synodontis Longispinis is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous

Oviparous . Distinct pairing during breeding .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 2°N - 1°S known from the type locality, Sangha River (middle Congo River basin), Republic of Congo (Ref.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.9±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01096 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
13.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2009

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
15.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.9
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Latitude Range
2°N – 1°S
Described By
Pellegrin, 1930

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