Saltmarsh topminnow
📖 Overview
Saltmarsh topminnow (Fundulus jenkinsi), first described by Evermann, 1892 is a small fish in the family Fundulidae (order Cyprinodontiformes). Adults typically reach 5.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Vulnerable.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Saltmarsh topminnow is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Saltmarsh topminnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.0 - ?; non-migratory . Subtropical; 18°C - 25°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zygonectes jenkinsi | Evermann | 1892 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 34 records indexed .
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