Xenoophorus captivus (Hubbs, 1924) Relict splitfin |
photo by
Artigas Azas, J.M. |
Family: | Goodeidae (Splitfins), subfamily: Goodeinae | |||
Max. size: | 5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 6 cm TL (female) | |||
Environment: | demersal; freshwater; pH range: 7 - 7.80000019073486; dH range: 10 - 25 | |||
Distribution: | North America: Panuco River system, Mexico. | |||
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Biology: | Occurs in algal-laden waters. Feeds on algae. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 18 April 2018 (A2ac; B1ab(i,ii,iii,iv)+2ab(i,ii,iii,iv)) Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |