Eigenmannia Besouro
📖 Overview
Eigenmannia Besouro (Eigenmannia besouro), first described by Peixoto & Wosiacki, 2016 is a small fish in the family Sternopygidae (order Gymnotiformes). Adults typically reach 14.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Near Threatened.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Eigenmannia Besouro is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eigenmannia Besouro is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: São Francisco River basin in Bahia, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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