Hypostomus Corantijni
📖 Overview
Facultative air-breathing in the genus ; A rheophilic species, inhabiting largest part of freshwaters, from headwaters to upstream of the lower falls, with rocky substrate consisting of boulders, stones, gravels and sand; the exposed wet rocks are also often covered by the Podostemaceae Mourera fluviatilis and Apinagia richardiana .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Hypostomus Corantijni is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hypostomus Corantijni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Corantijn and Nickerie Rivers.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hypostomus Corantijni.
🔍 Similar Species
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