Brachyhypopomus Janeiroensis
📖 Overview
Brachyhypopomus Janeiroensis (Brachyhypopomus janeiroensis), first described by Paz, 1992 is a medium-sized fish in the family Hypopomidae (order Gymnotiformes). Adults typically reach 18.60 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 Brachyhypopomus Janeiroensis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Brachyhypopomus Janeiroensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: São João and Paraíba do Sul River basins in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | břicholemka riodejaneirská |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hypopomus janeiroensis | Costa & Campos-da-Paz | 1992 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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