Astroblepus Curitiensis
📖 Overview
Astroblepus Curitiensis (Astroblepus curitiensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Astroblepidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
This species is distinguished by the following characters: adipose fin have well-developed membrane, without spine; maxillary wattle reaching beyond the oral disk; first pectoral radius larger than head longitude; soft branching radii 6-7; first radius of pelvic fin reaching beyond the anus; premaxillary has 0-19 bicuspid teeth and 1-10 conical teeth in the external row; first simple radii of caudal fin have a short extension; fifth ceratobrachial bone with 8 teeth in the anterior region; free vertebrae 27 .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astroblepus Curitiensis 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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