Astroblepus Bellezaensis
📖 Overview
Astroblepus Bellezaensis (Astroblepus bellezaensis), first described by Ardila Rodríguez, 2015 is a small fish in the family Astroblepidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 10.70 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 26. Astroblepus bellezaensis is distinguished by having completely developed adipose membrane, 6 branched soft radii associated to third radial, premaxillary with 1-3 bicuspid teeth and 8-12 conic teeth in external row, and 26 vertebrae : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astroblepus Bellezaensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Colombia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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