Rhinogobius Sudoccidentalis
📖 Overview
Occurs mainly in areas characterized by large cobblestone substrates and slow-flowing water at depths ranging from approximately 30-50 cm. This species utilizes the cobblestone bottom as an egg deposition site, with eggs characterized as large (size 1.6-2.1 mm). During periods of high water levels in the creek, individuals aggregate near the shore to seek refuge from the rapids .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7 - 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 6 - 7; Vertebrae: 29. This species can be distinguished from its congeners by the following characters: D1 VI-VII, D2 I,8-9; longitudinal scale series usually 22-24 (most commonly 23), while the transverse scale series typically comprises 7-8 scales (most commonly 8); predorsal scale series absent; total vertebrae 12 + 17 = 29; a black line stripe beneath the eye that extends to the mandible .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rhinogobius Sudoccidentalis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; depth range 0 - 1 m . Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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