Facultative air-breathing ; Frequently found in shallow and calm streams or brooks, abundant in vegetation between 1 and 60 m elevation. Feeds on aquatic insects, especially diptera . Hides during the day .
Physical description for Brachyhypopomus Occidentalis is currently being compiled.
Behavioural data for Brachyhypopomus Occidentalis is currently being reviewed.
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C Central and South America: Magdalena, Atrato, Catatumbo and Pacific slope rivers.
aquatic insects, especially diptera (Ref
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