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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Synodontis Vaillanti

Synodontis vaillanti Boulenger, 1897
Max Length
58 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.8
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
41.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Synodontis Vaillanti (Synodontis vaillanti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Mochokidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 58 cm. With a trophic level of 2.8, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Synodontis vaillanti
Authority
Boulenger, 1897
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
58 cm
Trophic Level
2.8
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
41.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Synodontis Vaillanti is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Synodontis Vaillanti is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Synodontis Vaillanti is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous

Oviparous . Distinct pairing during breeding .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 5°N - 4°N Central African Republic (Ref.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.8±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01096 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
58cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2009

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
41.00/100
Moderate vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.8
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Boulenger, 1897

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