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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Tropical

Xyliphius Kryptos

Xyliphius kryptos Taphorn & Lilyestrom, 1983
Max Length
11 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Xyliphius Kryptos (Xyliphius kryptos), first described by Taphorn & Lilyestrom, 1983 is a small fish. Adults typically reach 11.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.

Scientific Name
Xyliphius kryptos
Authority
Taphorn & Lilyestrom, 1983
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
11 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Xyliphius
Xyliphius
Species
Xyliphius Kryptos
Xyliphius kryptos

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Xyliphius Kryptos is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Xyliphius Kryptos 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 South America: Lake Maracaibo basin.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00324 × L3.03 (TL)
Max TL
11cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2021

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Taphorn & Lilyestrom, 1983

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