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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🐠 Aquarium 🌡️ Tropical

Trachelyopterus Leopardinus

Trachelyopterus leopardinus Borodin, 1927
Max Length
18 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
23.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Trachelyopterus Leopardinus (Trachelyopterus leopardinus) 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 18 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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
Trachelyopterus leopardinus
Authority
Borodin, 1927
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
18 cm
Trophic Level
3.4
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
23.00/100
Water Temp
22–28 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Trachelyopterus Leopardinus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Trachelyopterus Leopardinus 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; 22°C - 28°C South America: São Francisco River in Brazil.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.4±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00891 × L3.03 (TL)
Max TL
18cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
22–28°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2018

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
23.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Borodin, 1927

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