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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🐠 Aquarium 🌡️ Tropical

Synodontis Macrops

Synodontis macrops Greenwood, 1963
Max Length
17.3 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.9
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
20.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Synodontis Macrops (Synodontis macrops) is a ray-finned fish of the family Mochokidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 17.3 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 macrops
Authority
Greenwood, 1963
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
17.3 cm
Trophic Level
2.9
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
20.00/100
Water Temp
20–24 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Synodontis Macrops is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Synodontis Macrops is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous

Oviparous . Distinct pairing during breeding .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 18. Tropical; 20°C - 24°C

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.9±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01096 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
17.3cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
20–24°C
pH Range
6.5–7.5
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2021

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
20.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.9
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Greenwood, 1963

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