Stiphodon imperiorientis
| Scientific name | Stiphodon imperiorientis |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Watson & Chen |
| Year of description | 1998 |
| IUCN category | VU |
| Family | Gobiidae |
| Genus | Stiphodon |
Introduction
Stiphodon imperiorientis is a little fresh water fish from the Asia.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size4 cm
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Maximum size5 cm
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Average size4 cm
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Maximum size5 cm
How to recognize Stiphodon imperiorientis ?
Stiphodon imperiorientis measures between 4 and 5 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly bleu and noir body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietherbivorous
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Sociabilityliving in small groups
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territorialNo
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Way of livingdiurnal
Stiphodon imperiorientis is a fish living in small groups. This species is herbivorous . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
Although Stiphodon imperiorientis is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species.
Reproduction
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Reproductiondont le mode de reproduction est encore inconnu
Stiphodon imperiorientis is a fish dont le mode de reproduction est encore inconnu.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature22 - 26 °C
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pH (acidity)6.5 - 7.5
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FlowStrong
Biotope presentation
Stiphodon imperiorientis prefers well oxygenated waters in current areas and rapids. It frequents fast flowing waters where the bottom is strewn with pebbles, wood or leaves carried by the current. It can be found not far from waterfalls .
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