Darkspotted catfish
📖 Overview
Darkspotted catfish (Aspidoras fuscoguttatus), first described by Nijssen & Isbrücker, 1976 is a tiny fish in the family Callichthyidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 3.80 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 Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Callichthyidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Darkspotted catfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Darkspotted catfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.5 - 6.8; dH range: ? - 12. Tropical; 22°C - 25°C South America: Upper Paraná River basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Brown-point Shield Skin Longirostris |
| 🌍CES | pancéřníček temnoskvrnný |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Cascudo |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Darkspotted catfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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