Xenoophorus captivus (Hubbs, 1924)
Relict splitfin
Xenoophorus captivus
photo by Artigas Azas, J.M.

 Family:  Goodeidae (Splitfins), subfamily: Goodeinae
 Max. size:  5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 6 cm TL (female)
 Environment:  demersal; pH range: 7 - 7.80000019073486; dH range: 10 - 25
 Distribution:  North America: Panuco River system, Mexico.
 Diagnosis:   
 Biology:  Occurs in algal-laden waters. Feeds on algae.
 IUCN Red List Status: Endangered (A1ce+2ce, B1+2c, C1+2a) (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
 Country info:   
 

 Entered by: Cruz, Tess - 04.08.92
 Modified by: Torres, Armi G. - 21.02.98
 Checked by: Capuli, Estelita Emily - 04.08.94

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