Astroblepus Cyclopus
📖 Overview
Astroblepus Cyclopus (Astroblepus cyclopus), first described by Humboldt, 1805 is a tiny fish in the family Astroblepidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 4.90 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.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Astroblepus Cyclopus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astroblepus Cyclopus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Esmeraldas River and Pacific coastal drainages of Ecuador (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arges cyclopum | Humboldt | 1805 | Synonym |
| Astroblepus humboldti | Swainson | 1839 | Synonym |
| Cyclopium cyclopum | Humboldt | 1805 | Synonym |
| Cyclopium humboldtii | Swainson | 1839 | Synonym |
| Pimelodus cyclopum | Humboldt | 1805 | Synonym |
| Stygogenes cyclopum | Humboldt | 1805 | Synonym |
| Stygogenes humboldti | Günther | 1864 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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