Cascudinho
📖 Overview
Cascudinho (Harttia torrenticola) is a ray-finned fish of the family Loricariidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.5, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Cascudinho is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cascudinho is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Cascudinho is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Cascudinho is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: São Francisco River basin, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | hartie bystřinná |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Cascudinho |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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