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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Tropical

Xyliphius Magdalenae

Xyliphius magdalenae Eigenmann, 1912
Max Length
8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.1
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Xyliphius Magdalenae (Xyliphius magdalenae), first described by Eigenmann, 1912 is a small fish. Adults typically reach 8.00 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 Least Concern.

Scientific Name
Xyliphius magdalenae
Authority
Eigenmann, 1912
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
8 cm
Trophic Level
3.1
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Xyliphius
Xyliphius
Species
Xyliphius Magdalenae
Xyliphius magdalenae

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Xyliphius Magdalenae is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Xyliphius Magdalenae 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: Magdalena River basin.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.1±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00324 × L3.03 (TL)
Max TL
8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2014

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.1
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Eigenmann, 1912

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