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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Tropical

Xyliphius Melanopterus

Xyliphius melanopterus Orcés V., 1962
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Max Length
14.7 cm
Max Weight
—
Lifespan
—
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
—
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
—
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
—
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Overview information for Xyliphius Melanopterus is currently being compiled by our editorial team.

Scientific Name
Xyliphius melanopterus
Authority
Orcés V., 1962
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
14.7 cm
Trophic Level
3.2
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Xyliphius
Xyliphius
Species
Xyliphius Melanopterus
Xyliphius melanopterus

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Xyliphius Melanopterus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Xyliphius Melanopterus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Xyliphius Melanopterus is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Xyliphius Melanopterus is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: upper Amazon and Orinoco River basins.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00324 × L3.03 (TL)
Max TL
14.7cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Orcés V., 1962

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