Pseudogastromyzon Daon
📖 Overview
Pseudogastromyzon Daon (Pseudogastromyzon daon) is a ray-finned fish of the family Balitoridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.2 cm. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Diagnostic characters include the following: snout obtusely rounded; mandibular structure without central concave; anus not covered by pelvic fins; caudal fin obliquely emarginated; body and head dark brown with paler spots; 25-26 branched pectoral fin rays; 19-22 branched pelvic fin rays; and 75-85 lateral line scales .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pseudogastromyzon Daon is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 7.9 - 8.8. Tropical; 15°C - 17°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pseudogastromyzon Daon.
🔍 Similar Species
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