Mugilogobius Cagayanensis
📖 Overview
Mugilogobius Cagayanensis (Mugilogobius cagayanensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7 - 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 8; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 7 - 9; Vertebrae: 25 - 26. Adult males mostly plain dark brown, females with indistinct mottling and oblique bars posteriorly on light brown background . TRB 10-16, 14-24 small predorsal scales; gill opening oblique, usually with few small round knobs on edge of pectoral girdle . Caudal fin oval, rounded posteriorly .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mugilogobius Cagayanensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical known only from the island of Cagayan Sulu, Sulu Archipelago, Philippines.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamanka cagayanensis | Aurich | 1938 | Synonym |
| Vaimosa cagayanensis | Aurich | 1938 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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