Astroblepus Huallagaensis
📖 Overview
Astroblepus Huallagaensis (Astroblepus huallagaensis) 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 5.4 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
This species is distinguished by the following characters: no spine on adipose fin; maxillary barbel extending beyond the oral disk; first pectoral radius longer than head longitude; soft branching radii 8; first radius of pelvic fin beyond the anus; premaxillary with 1-2 bicuspid and 6-7 conical teeth in the outermost row; first simple radii of caudal fin no extension; fifth cerato-branchial bone with 8 teeth; free vertebrae 26 .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astroblepus Huallagaensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Astroblepus Huallagaensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Astroblepus Huallagaensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Peru.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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