Hassar Orestis
📖 Overview
Hassar Orestis (Hassar orestis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Doradidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 29.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.8, 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 Hassar Orestis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hassar Orestis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Amazon, Orinoco and Essequibo River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hassar notospilus | Eigenmann | 1912 | Synonym |
| Hassar ucayalensis | Fowler | 1940 | Heterotypic |
| Hemidoras notospilus | Eigenmann | 1912 | Synonym |
| Oxydoras orestis | Steindachner | 1875 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hassar Orestis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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