Bario Cosmops
📖 Overview
Its type locality is a clearwater, moderately fast flowing, large stream (4-5 m wide, 0.5 - 2 m deep), mainly with sandy bottom . Except one specimen taken at the main channel of the stream, all specimens were collected at backwaters, near marginal macrophytes . Forms large schools (>50 individuals) at the river bank, sheltered among dead, submerged saplings . Insects (mainly ants), vegetal matter and algae are found in the stomach contents .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 5; Anal soft rays: 15 - 18; Vertebrae: 28 - 30. : short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bario Cosmops is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Bario Cosmops.
🔍 Similar Species
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