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💧 Freshwater 🌡️ Tropical

Trichomycterus Montesi

Trichomycterus montesi Ardila Rodríguez, 2016
Max Length
11.1 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Trichomycterus Montesi (Trichomycterus montesi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Trichomycteridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.

Scientific Name
Trichomycterus montesi
Authority
Ardila Rodríguez, 2016
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Max Length
11.1 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Trichomycterus Montesi is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Trichomycterus Montesi is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Trichomycterus Montesi is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Trichomycterus Montesi is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Colombia.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00912 × L2.97 (TL)
Max TL
11.1cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Ardila Rodríguez, 2016

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