Peninsular clingfish
📖 Overview
Peninsular clingfish (Gobiesox juniperoserrai) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiesocidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 13 - 14; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8; Vertebrae: 27. Caudal fin rays 13-14.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Peninsular clingfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical North America: Pozas del Vado creek, southwest of Sierra La Giganta, Baja California Sur, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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