Gasterosteus Microcephalus
📖 Overview
Adults are confined to small streams . Feed on aquatic insects and other invertebrates . Males build nests on muddy bottoms and guards eggs and young for several weeks .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Gasterosteus Microcephalus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gasterosteus Microcephalus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Gasterosteus Microcephalus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Males build, guard and aerate the nest where the eggs are deposited .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Subtropical North America: Mexico (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
aquatic insects and other invertebrates (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gasterosteus aculeatus microcephalus | Girard | 1854 | Synonym |
| Gastrosteus microcephalus | Girard | 1854 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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