Glyptothorax Ater
📖 Overview
Glyptothorax Ater (Glyptothorax ater), first described by Anganthoibi & Vishwanath, 2011 is a small fish in the family Sisoridae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 12.70 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.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Can be diagnosed from its congeners by the combination of the following characters: rhomboidal thoracic adhesive apparatus with a conspicuous central depression, longitudinally elongated and with a constriction at mid-length; ventral surface of pectoral spine and outer rays of pelvic fins pleated; and two horizontal creamish stripes against dark brown body .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Glyptothorax Ater is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical; 23°N - 22°N, 92°E - 93°E
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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