aquarium
📖 Overview
Adults occur in shallow areas of rivers and creeks, with sandy substrate and a strong current. Feed on algae. Are relatively abundant and are often found together with Leporinus despaxi, Bryconops affinis and Eigenmannia virescens . They generally swim with the head oriented downward . Distinct pairs breed on densely grown weedy places .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for aquarium is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for aquarium is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for aquarium is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairs breed on densely grown weedy places .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Oyapock River basinin French Guiana.
🌿 Ecology
algae
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"aquarium is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for aquarium is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for aquarium has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Striped Headstander · Striped headstander, Striped anostomus |
| 🇫🇷French | Tête en bas rayé |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 173 records indexed .
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