Cave Knifefish
📖 Overview
Cave Knifefish (Eigenmannia vicentespelaea) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sternopygidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 20.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Cave Knifefish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cave Knifefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 13°S - 14°S South America: Caves in São Vicente River, Tocantins River basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Cave Knifefish |
| 🌍CES | dlouhoocaska jeskynní |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Ituí · Ituí-de-caverna · Tuvira-de-caverna |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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