Bunocephalus Doriae
📖 Overview
Facultative air-breathing in the genus; Inhabits clearwater streams with sandy to muddy bottom, up to 2.5 m deep, with water flow up to 50 cm/sec. Supposedly an air-breather that hides amidst plant debris on the bottom during the day. Feeds mainly on chironomid larvae and oligochaetes, besides larvae of several aquatic insects .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Bunocephalus Doriae is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bunocephalus Doriae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Paraguay-Paraná and Uruguay River basins.
🌿 Ecology
chironomid larvae and oligochaetes, besides larvae of several aquatic insects (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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