Characidium Rachovii
📖 Overview
Characidium Rachovii (Characidium rachovii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Crenuchidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 13 - 14; Anal soft rays: 8. Is distinguished by the incompleteness of its lateral line, which never has pores beyond the 11th scale of the lateral series .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Characidium Rachovii is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Characidium Rachovii is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Assumed as Characidium fasciatum.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.6 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 25. Tropical; 20°C - 24°C South America: lower Paraná River basin; Uruguay River basin; coastal drainages from Rio Grande do Sul to La Plata River.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Characidium rachowi | Regan | 1913 | Synonym |
| Characidium theageri | Travassos | 1952 | Synonym |
| Jobertina rachovii | Regan | 1913 | Synonym |
| Jobertina rachowi | Regan | 1913 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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