Jeweled splitfin
📖 Overview
Jeweled splitfin (Xenotoca variata) is a ray-finned fish of the family Goodeidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6 cm. With a trophic level of 2, it is a herbivore or detritivore. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Jeweled splitfin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Jeweled splitfin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Females can give birth every 2 months.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.5 - 7.6; dH range: 5 - 25. Tropical; 20°C - 27°C ; 21°N - 19°N Central America: central highlands of Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Jeweled splitfin is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Jeweled splitfin is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Jeweled splitfin has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Jeweled Splitfin |
| 🌍CES | xenotoka zlatošupinná |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Regnbue-xenotoca |
| 🇩🇪German | Veränderlicher Hochlandkärpfling |
| 🇭🇺Hungarian | Aranyfényű fogasponty |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | pintada |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Characodon ferrugineus | Bean | 1887 | Synonym |
| Characodon variatus | Bean | 1887 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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