Blackstripe minnow
📖 Overview
Blackstripe minnow (Tampichthys rasconis), first described by Jordan & Snyder, 1899 is a fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.The species is a species of conservation concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Blackstripe minnow is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blackstripe minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical North America: Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Blackstripe Minnow |
| 🌍CES | dionda rasconská |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | carpa potosina |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dionda rasconis | Jordan & Snyder | 1899 | Synonym |
| Notropis rasconis | Jordan & Snyder | 1899 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Blackstripe minnow.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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