Acanthobunocephalus Scruggsi
📖 Overview
Acanthobunocephalus Scruggsi (Acanthobunocephalus scruggsi), first described by Carvalho & Reis, 2020 is a tiny fish in the family Aspredinidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 2.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Vulnerable.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
This is distinguished from other aspredinid species by the smaller number of fin rays of this species: 4 pectoral-fin rays, 2 dorsal fin-rays, five pelvic-fin rays, four to five anal-fin rays and nine caudal-fin rays.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Acanthobunocephalus Scruggsi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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