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💧 Freshwater Endangered 🌡️ Tropical

Flatjaw minnow

Tampichthys mandibularis Martínez, 1977
Max Length
5.2 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
16.00/100
Typical Length
4.2 cm
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Flatjaw minnow (Tampichthys mandibularis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Tampichthys mandibularis
Authority
Martínez, 1977
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
EN
Max Length
5.2 cm
Trophic Level
3
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
16.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Flatjaw minnow is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Flatjaw minnow is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 33°N - 15°N Central America: Mexico.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00525 × L3.1 (TL)
Max TL
5.2cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Endangered
Assessment Date
2018

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
16.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Martínez, 1977

🦠 Common Diseases

The following diseases are known to affect Flatjaw minnow.

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