Sparano cory
📖 Overview
Sparano cory (Brochis difluviatilis), first described by Britto & Castro, 2002 is a tiny fish. Adults typically reach 4.70 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
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6 - 8; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8 - 10. Differentiated in having serrations of posterior borders of pectoral spine restricted to proximal half of spine, and parapophyses of fourth free vertebra reduced, separated from each other, and not fused into haemal arch .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sparano cory is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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