Characidium Zebra
📖 Overview
Lives in groups in the upper reaches of rivers. Common in rapidly flowing water over a sandy or rocky substrate . Feeds mainly on insects which they dig from the substrate or pick from the rocks . Highly mimetic, the intensity of the black bands depends on the color of the substrate .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
color of the substrate .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Characidium Zebra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Amazon and Essequibo River basins; and coastal basins of Guiana Shield.
🌿 Ecology
insects which they dig from the substrate or pick from the rocks (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Characidium fasciadorsale | Fowler | 1914 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Characidium Zebra.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 68 records indexed .
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