bin

Río Shanusi, Río Huallaga affluent, Yurimaguas, Peru

Sponsored by
Educated by Nature

Peru, Loreto, Yurimaguas

The Huallaga River, as it passes through Yurimaguas and where the Shanusi River flows into the area with little current, little underwater vegetation and very rocky. Only the branches, leaves and fruits that fall from the emerged vegetation on the banks. It is an area that is quite exploited by fishermen.

Submitted by
Alejandro Mora Morcillo
Approved by
Roberto E. Reis & Pablo C. Lehmann
GPS
-5.9050002, -76.0922241
Geographical region
South America
Drainage Basin
Río Marañon
River catchment
Water body type
Rio
Water body name
Shanushi
Water body part
River mouth
Water body course
Upper course
Water body: tributary of
Rio
Tributary name
Huallaga

Warning: Undefined variable $fish_parent in /home/biotopea/public_html/wp-content/themes/bap/content-bin.php on line 55

Warning: Undefined array key "additional_species" in /home/biotopea/public_html/wp-content/themes/bap/functions/bap-fields.php on line 349

Water Chemistry

Water information

Water type
fresh-water
Water color
Black water
Water transparency
High
Concentration of sediments
Medium
Water temperature
24-28 °C
Water flow/curent
Slow

Chemical parameters

pH
7.0
Conductivity
120
GH
71.2 mg/l
dGH
KH
3 mg/l
dKH
Dissolved Oxygen
7 %

Substrate in nature

Sand
Beige
Pebble/Gravel
Grey
Stone
Mixed
Stone form
Irregular
Silt/Mud
Leaves
Many
Driftwood
Submerged terrestrial vegetation
Yes

Aquatic Biotope

Date of collecting
Collecting area
River bank
Water depth
0,5m
Air temperature
Sunlight
Partial shade

Environment

Environment
Affected by human activity
Affected by human activity
Deforestation
Deforestation
Advanced
Surrounding area

The Huallaga River’s environment as it passes through Yurimaguas is an area of ​​Amazonian rainforest, characterized by dense tropical vegetation, abundant fauna and diverse flora. Around the area where the Shanusi River flows into the river, there are lush landscapes with riparian forests, swamps and cultivated areas. Biodiversity is high, with the presence of birds, mammals and reptiles, as well as local communities that depend on the river for fishing and agriculture.

Underwater landscape

The underwater landscape of the Huallaga River near Yurimaguas is varied and dynamic.

It features:

  • Sandy and muddy substrates – ideal for bottom fish.
  • Submerged roots – provide shelter for fish and crustaceans.
  • Aquatic vegetation – such as algae and submerged plants, which offer habitats and food.
  • Areas of gentle currents – facilitating oxygenation of the water.
  • This complex environment favors rich biodiversity and is essential for local aquatic ecosystems.
Threats to ecology

The ecology of the Huallaga River near Yurimaguas is rich and complex, with:

  • High biodiversity – includes fish, amphibians, reptiles and birds.
  • Ecological interactions – between aquatic plants, fish and microorganisms.
  • Nutrient cycles – seasonal flooding enriches the soil and supports riparian vegetation.
  • Importance for local communities – they provide resources such as fish and water, as well as being crucial for agriculture and local culture.

Riparian zone

Trees near the aquatic habitat
Many -