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💧 Freshwater Vulnerable 🌡️ Tropical

Bandfin splitfin

Allodontichthys zonistius Hubbs, 1932
Max Length
4.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.1
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Bandfin splitfin (Allodontichthys zonistius), first described by Hubbs, 1932 is a tiny fish. Adults typically reach 4.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds primarily on plankton, plant material, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Vulnerable.

Scientific Name
Allodontichthys zonistius
Authority
Hubbs, 1932
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
VU
Max Length
4.5 cm
Trophic Level
2.1
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
21–25 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Allodontichthys
Allodontichthys
Species
Bandfin splitfin
Allodontichthys zonistius

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Bandfin splitfin is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Bandfin splitfin is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

algae
aquatic plants
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Viviparous 🤰 Viviparous

Viviparous. Males possess an andropodium, a structureless lobule of the anal fin that acts only as a conveyor to assure successful fertilization.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 7.0 - 7.7; dH range: 5 - 20. Tropical; 21°C - 25°C Central America: Rio Calima, Mexico.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
2.1±0.1

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00389 × L3.12 (TL)
Max TL
4.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
21–25°C
pH Range
7–7.7
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Vulnerable
Assessment Date
2018

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.1
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Hubbs, 1932

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