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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Trachelyichthys Decaradiatus

Trachelyichthys decaradiatus Mees, 1974
Max Length
8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
13.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Trachelyichthys Decaradiatus (Trachelyichthys decaradiatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Auchenipteridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Trachelyichthys decaradiatus
Authority
Mees, 1974
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
8 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Vulnerability
13.00/100
Water Temp
20–28 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Trachelyichthys Decaradiatus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Trachelyichthys Decaradiatus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Trachelyichthys Decaradiatus is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Trachelyichthys Decaradiatus is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.5 - 7.8; dH range: 8 - 15. Tropical; 20°C - 28°C South America: Rupununi River basin in Guyana.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00891 × L3.03 (TL)
Max TL
8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
20–28°C
pH Range
6.5–7.8
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
13.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Mees, 1974

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