Curimatella Lepidura
📖 Overview
Curimatella Lepidura (Curimatella lepidura), first described by Eigenmann & Eigenmann, 1889 is a medium-sized fish in the family Curimatidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 15.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds primarily on plankton, plant material, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9; Vertebrae: 31 - 32.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Curimatella Lepidura is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: São Francisco River basin, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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