Rhinogobius Zhoui
📖 Overview
Rhinogobius Zhoui (Rhinogobius zhoui), first described by Li & Zhong, 2009 is a tiny fish in the family Gobiidae (order Gobiiformes). Adults typically reach 3.60 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8; Vertebrae: 26. Distinguished from other related species by the following combination of characters: second dorsal fin rays I, 8?9; anal fin rays I, 7?8; pectoral fin rays 16?18; longitudinal scale series 29?31; predorsal scales 10?12; vertebral count 10+16=26. Adult male can be diagnosed by the following features: absence of black spot on the first dorsal fin; presence of broad white band on each median fin; absence of pigmentation on cheek and branchiostegal membrane; and presence of 6?8 red blotches on body side .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rhinogobius Zhoui is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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