Growth parameters for Astyanax mexicanus
 
Maximum Length 12cm TL
n = 3
Note that studies where Loo is very different (+/- 1/3) from Lmax are doubtful.
M vs K graph [n = 1]
M vs Linf graph [n = 1]
Longevity vs 3/K graph [n = 1]
ø = 1.52
L inf = 9.5 cm TL
K = 0.4
Median record no. 2
125631Ref. 125631
Loo
(cm)
Length Type K
(1/y)
t0
(years)
Sex M
(1/y)
Temp° C Lm Ø' Country Locality Questionable Captive
7.7 TL 0.247 -0.32 23.0 1.17 Laboratory-reared cavefish No Yes
9.5 TL 0.375 0.53 1.52 Mexico Tinaja cave, 2016 No No
9.7 TL 0.293 -0.42 26.0 1.44 Laboratory-reared surface fish No Yes
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