Redigobius Lekutu
📖 Overview
Redigobius Lekutu (Redigobius lekutu), first described by Larson, 2010 is a fish in the family Gobiidae (order Gobiiformes). It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Gobiidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7 - 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 7. Distinguished by the following characteristics: slender-bodied; mid-lateral dark band formed by 7-8 brown blotches and series of narrow vertical dark brown bars along mid-side; first dorsal spine VII; first dorsal fin low, rounded; second dorsal and anal rays I,7; pectoral rays 15-17; longitudinal scales 26-29; TRB 8-9; predorsal scales 7-10; circumpeduncular scales 12 .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Redigobius Lekutu is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Redigobius Lekutu.
🔍 Similar Species
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