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💧 Freshwater Critically Endangered 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Temperate

Acipinar killifish

Anatolichthys transgrediens Ermin, 1946
Max Length
5.4 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.9
Depth
-
Climate
Temperate
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Acipinar killifish (Anatolichthys transgrediens) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.4 cm. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Anatolichthys transgrediens
Authority
Ermin, 1946
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Temperate
IUCN Status
CR
Max Length
5.4 cm
Trophic Level
2.9
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Migration
Non-migratory
Water Temp
16–24 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Anatolichthys
Anatolichthys
Species
Acipinar killifish
Anatolichthys transgrediens

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Acipinar killifish is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Acipinar killifish is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic; non-migratory. Temperate; 16°C - 24°C Central Turkey.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Migration
Non-migratory
Trophic Level
2.9±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01047 × L3.25 (TL)
Max TL
5.4cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
16–24°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Critically Endangered
Assessment Date
2013

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
24.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.9
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Temperate
Described By
Ermin, 1946

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

"Anatolichthys Transgrediens is an edible species."

✗ Not for Raw
✓ Fresh Indicators
  • Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
  • Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
  • Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
  • Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
  • Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
✗ Avoid If
  • Cloudy or sunken eyes
  • Strong fishy or ammonia odour
  • Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
  • Discoloured or dry flesh
Best Cooking Methods
Baking Grilling Pan-frying

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Acipinar killifish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Acipinar killifish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
- - -

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