Hemiancistrus Megalopteryx
📖 Overview
Hemiancistrus Megalopteryx (Hemiancistrus megalopteryx), first described by Cardoso, 2004 is a medium-sized fish in the family Loricariidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 28.60 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 Endangered.The species is a species of conservation concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 4. Diagnosis: presence of numerous fleshy oval flaps along the border of lower lip and several small papillae. Long male pectoral fin . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hemiancistrus Megalopteryx is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Rio Tubarão drainage in Santa Catarina, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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