Basilichthys Australis
📖 Overview
Basilichthys Australis (Basilichthys australis), first described by Eigenmann, 1928 is a medium-sized fish in the family Atherinopsidae (order Atheriniformes). Adults typically reach 36.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Basilichthys Australis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Basilichthys Australis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Temperate South America: rio Maipo south to Chiloé Island (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Pejerrey Cauque |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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