Acestrorhynchus Falcatus
📖 Overview
Attains a length of around 20 cm. As indicated by its dentition and body form, it is a formidable predator which feeds exclusively on fish. A ubiquitous species, but frequently found throughout the length of waters with moderate flow. Reproduction begins with the onset of the rainy season .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 3 - 5; Anal soft rays: 21 - 27. Possesses a humeral spot shaped as an oval or inverted teardrop, occupying not less than a quarter of the height of the body; caudal peduncle with a black spot covering between one third and almost the totality of its depth .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Acestrorhynchus Falcatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Acestrorhynchus Falcatus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Acestrorhynchus Falcatus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Amazon and Orinoco River basins and rivers of Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salmo falcatus | Bloch | 1794 | Synonym |
| Salmo pulverulentus | Linnaeus | 1758 | Synonym |
| Xiphorhamphus ferox | Günther | 1863 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 249 records indexed .
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