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💧 Freshwater Endangered 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Tropical

Chiapas killifish

Tlaloc hildebrandi Miller, 1950
Max Length
8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.8
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Chiapas killifish (Tlaloc hildebrandi), first described by Miller, 1950 is a small fish. Adults typically reach 8.00 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.The species is important as a food fish.

Scientific Name
Tlaloc hildebrandi
Authority
Miller, 1950
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
EN
Max Length
8 cm
Trophic Level
2.8
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Migration
Non-migratory
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Tlaloc
Tlaloc
Species
Chiapas killifish
Tlaloc hildebrandi

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Chiapas killifish is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Chiapas killifish 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; non-migratory . Tropical Central America: San Cristóbal de las Casas valley in Chiapas, Mexico.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Migration
Non-migratory
Trophic Level
2.8±0.32

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.0138 × L3.04 (TL)
Max TL
8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Endangered
Assessment Date
2018

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.8
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Miller, 1950

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Chiapas killifish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Chiapas killifish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
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