Heteristius Cinctus
📖 Overview
Heteristius Cinctus (Heteristius cinctus), first described by Osburn & Nichols, 1916 is a tiny fish in the family Dactyloscopidae (order Blenniiformes). Adults typically reach 4.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 1 to 27 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Heteristius Cinctus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Heteristius Cinctus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 1 - 27 m . Tropical Central Pacific: Baja California, Mexico to Ecuador.
🌿 Ecology
small fishes and invertebrates
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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