CARES Species Profile:  Allodontichthys zonistius

Common Name:  Bandfin Splitfin

Description

The Bandfin Splitfin is native to the Upper Rio Armeria Basin in Mexico. It is a livebearer inhabiting streams with a preference for strong flow over rocky substrates. It prefers warm hard water and feeds on invertebrates.

CARES Family:   Goodeidae - Splitfin Livebearers

Global Region:   North America

Distribution:   Mexico

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Vulnerable CARES Assessment Date:  Feb. 15, 2017
IUCN Red List:  Vulnerable IUCN Assessment Date:  March 7, 2018