Family: |
Adrianichthyidae (Ricefishes), subfamily: Oryziinae |
Max. size: |
4 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory |
Distribution: |
Asia: Northern part of Luzon, Philippines. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5-7; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 15-18. Color in life gray, yellow sheen above and a silvery luster along the sides; dusky stripe from upper angle of opercle to caudal base. Body laterally compressed. |
Biology: |
Non-annual breeder. Is difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 30 March 2020 (B1ab(iii)+2ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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