Carlana Eigenmanni
📖 Overview
Lives exclusively near the shoreline, river backwaters or other stagnant biotopes between 35 and 85 m elevation. Found near vegetation, feeding mainly on filamentous algae and occasionally on aquatic insects .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Carlana Eigenmanni is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Carlana Eigenmanni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 24°C - 36°C Central America: Pacific and Atlantic drainages from Nicaragua to Panama.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheirodon eigenmanni | Meek | 1912 | Synonym |
| Rhoadsia eigenmanni | Meek | 1912 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Carlana Eigenmanni.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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