Jatochi
📖 Overview
Jatochi (Loricariichthys acutus), first described by Valenciennes, 1840 is a medium-sized fish in the family Loricariidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 28.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. 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
Physical description for Jatochi is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Jatochi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | lorikárie ostrá |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Jatochi |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Острый лорикариихт |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loricaria acuta | Valenciennes | 1840 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Jatochi.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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