Linichthys Laticeps
📖 Overview
Linichthys Laticeps (Linichthys laticeps) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11 cm. It is assessed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 39 - 40. Diagnosis: Elongate body, somewhat compressed with a midlateral dark stripe. Last unbranched dorsal fin-ray soft and smooth posteriorly, with distal margin truncate. Axillary scale present at base of pelvic fin. Complete lateral line running along midline of caudal peduncle; with 38-40 perforated scales. Subterminal mouth with lower jaw covered with thick horny sheath. No notch on upper jaw or no symphyseal knob on lower jaw. Vomeropalatine organ in roof of mouth absent. Epibranchial organ at top of gill cavity absent. Two pairs of well-developed barbels. A shallow depression run along the median portion of the upper lip . : elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Linichthys Laticeps is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical South China (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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