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; freshwater; 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 (EN); Date assessed: 18 April 2018 (A2ac; B1ab(i,ii,iii,iv)+2ab(i,ii,iii,iv)) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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