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💧 Freshwater Endangered 🌡️ Tropical

Bluetail goodea

Ataeniobius toweri Meek, 1904
Max Length
7 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Bluetail goodea (Ataeniobius toweri), first described by Meek, 1904 is a small fish. Adults typically reach 7.00 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 Endangered.

Scientific Name
Ataeniobius toweri
Authority
Meek, 1904
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
EN
Max Length
7 cm
Trophic Level
2
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Water Temp
22–30 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Ataeniobius
Ataeniobius
Species
Bluetail goodea
Ataeniobius toweri

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Bluetail goodea is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Bluetail goodea is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

algae
aquatic plants
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

Gestation lasts for about 60 days. Female gives birth to 5-15 young. Reaches sexual maturity in 6-7 months.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 7.9 - ? ; dH range: 53 - ?. Tropical; 22°C - 30°C ; 23°N - 22°N North America: Rio Verde, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
2±0.1

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01202 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
7cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
22–30°C
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Endangered
Assessment Date
2018

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Meek, 1904

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