Colomesus asellus (Müller & Troschel, 1849)

Amazon puffer

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Classification	Actinopterygii \| Tetraodontiformes \| Tetraodontidae
Synonyms	Chelichthys asellus, ... more
Common names	Pez globito, Assel-Kugelfisch, Kimalaispallokala, ... more

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Main reference

Ortega, H. and R.P. Vari. 1986. (Ref. 6329)
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Size / Weight / Age

Max length : 12.8 cm SL male/unsexed; (Ref. 79673)

Environment

Demersal; freshwater; pH range: 5.5 - 7.2; dH range: 5 - 15

Climate / Range

Tropical; 22°C - 28°C (Ref. 13614)

South America: Amazon River basin from Peru to Marajó Island, including tributaries Araguaia and Guaporé Rivers; Orinoco River basin near the mouth; Essequibo River basin.
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Short description

Distinct large black spot on underside of caudal peduncle.

Found mostly in freshwater and coastal streams, but can tolerate brackish water. Sometimes kept in aquariums (Ref. 26938).


IUCN Red List Status (Ref. 57073)	Threat to humans
Not Evaluated	Harmless

Human uses
Aquarium: commercial


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Estimation of some characteristics with mathematical models

Resilience (Ref. 69278)

High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)


Vulnerability (Ref. 59153)	Price category (Ref. 80766)
Low vulnerability (19 of 100)	Very high

Entered by Torres, Armi G.

Modified by Torres, Armi G.

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