Santa ana speckled dace
📖 Overview
Santa ana speckled dace (Rhinichthys gabrielino) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal soft rays: 6. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: supraorbital bones absent; genomics and geography; and line scale counts (mean 74, mode 76, range 64-82) .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Santa ana speckled dace is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Temperate North America: USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Santa ana speckled dace.
🔍 Similar Species
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