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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🌡️ Tropical

Neodontobutis Aurarmus

Neodontobutis aurarmus Vidthayanon, 1995
Max Length
5.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.1
Depth
2–2 m
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
34.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Neodontobutis Aurarmus (Neodontobutis aurarmus), first described by Vidthayanon, 1995 is a small fish in the family Odontobutidae (order Gobiiformes). Adults typically reach 5.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. Recorded depth range: 2 to 2 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.

Scientific Name
Neodontobutis aurarmus
Authority
Vidthayanon, 1995
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
5.5 cm
Depth Range
2–2 m
Trophic Level
3.1
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
34.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

🐟 Physical Description

Distinguishable by its count of pectoral rays (14-16); the first dorsal fin with 7 rays; genital papilla extending backwards to the base of the anterior anal ray ; body mottled, with 4-5 irregular bars . Pelvic fins separated .: fusiform / normal.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Neodontobutis Aurarmus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal; depth range 2 - 2 m . Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.1±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00912 × L3.1 (TL)
Max TL
5.5cm
Pectoral Rays
15

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2011

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
34.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.1
Predator
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Vidthayanon, 1995

🌐 Names & Taxonomy

Scientific Synonyms

Scientific Name Author Year Status
Odontobutis aurarmus Vidthayanon 1995 Synonym

🗺️ Global Occurrence Map

Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .

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