Hypostomus Ericius
📖 Overview
Hypostomus Ericius (Hypostomus ericius) 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 18.7 cm. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Diagnosed from all other members of the Hypostomus cochliodon group by its coloration: light tan-gray with well-separated spots and no stripes. Differs from H. hemicochliodon by lacking a buccal papilla, and from H. pyrineusi by the presence of strong, sharp keels on the lateral plates. This is mostly similar to H. oculeus from which it differs mainly in coloration and morphometrics .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hypostomus Ericius is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hypostomus Ericius is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Hypostomus Ericius is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Upper Rio Amazonas drainage in Peru.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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