Hemiancistrus Cerrado
📖 Overview
Hemiancistrus Cerrado (Hemiancistrus cerrado), first described by de Souza, Melo, Chamon & Armbruster, 2008 is a medium-sized fish in the family Loricariidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 17.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Loricariidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 4. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hemiancistrus Cerrado is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: tributaries of rio Araguiaia, rio Tocantins basin in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hemiancistrus Cerrado.
🔍 Similar Species
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