Astroblepus Pradai
📖 Overview
Astroblepus Pradai (Astroblepus pradai) 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 8.3 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: with denticulated spine within the adipose fin; maxillary wattle reaching beyond the oral disk; first pectoral radius larger than head longitude; soft branching radii 6 associated to the third radial; first radius of pelvic fin reaching beyond the anus; premaxillary has 1-6 bicuspid teeth and 6-9 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 25-26 .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astroblepus Pradai 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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