Aplochiton Zebra
📖 Overview
Aplochiton Zebra (Aplochiton zebra) is a ray-finned fish of the family Galaxiidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 27.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 14. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Aplochiton Zebra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Aplochiton Zebra is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Aplochiton Zebra is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic. Subtropical; 40°S - 54°S South America: Along the Chilean side of the Andes from Callecalle River system south to Tierra del Fuego and the Falkland Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | galaxie zebrovitá |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Inanga-zebra |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Аплохитон-зебра |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Farionela listada |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 條紋單甲南乳魚 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farionella fasciata | Philippi | 1858 | Synonym |
| Farionella gayi | Valenciennes | 1850 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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