Sicyopus auxilimentus
| Scientific name | Sicyopus auxilimentus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Watson & Kottelat |
| Year of description | 1994 |
| IUCN category (World) | DD |
| Family | Gobiidae |
| Genus | Sicyopus |
Introduction
Sicyopus auxilimentus is a little fresh water fish from the Asia.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size2 cm
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Maximum size3 cm
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Average size2 cm
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Maximum size3 cm
How to recognize Sicyopus auxilimentus ?
Sicyopus auxilimentus measures between 2 and 3 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in small groups
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
Sicyopus auxilimentus is a fish living in small groups naturally found on the bottom. This species is carnivorous . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. It can also be virulent toward conspecifics. However, Sicyopus auxilimentus has little concern for non-territorial animals.
Reproduction
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Reproductiondont le mode de reproduction est encore inconnu
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Migratory speciesYes
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PolygamyYes
Sicyopus auxilimentus is a fish dont le mode de reproduction est encore inconnu. In this species, the dominant males are polygamous and reproduce each season with several females. This species is amphidromous. It gives birth to larvae in fresh water which are immediately carried by the current of the rivers to the sea. These develop in salt water until a juvenile stage and then migrate from the sea to the interior of the land to continue their growth.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature22 - 26 °C
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pH (acidity)6 - 7
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gh (hardness)1 - 5
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FlowStrong
Biotope presentation
Sicyopus auxilimentus 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 .
Species of the same biotope
Sicyopus zosterophorus
Gobiidae
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Scientific partners
Species of the same family
Same genus
Sicyopus zosterophorus
Gobiidae
Species of the same biotope
Sicyopus zosterophorus
Gobiidae
