Cascudo-peito-duro-do-pardo
📖 Overview
Cascudo-peito-duro-do-pardo (Neoplecostomus paranensis), first described by Langeani, 1990 is a small fish in the family Loricariidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 10.00 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
Physical description for Cascudo-peito-duro-do-pardo is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cascudo-peito-duro-do-pardo is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: upper Paraná River basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | krunýřka paranánská |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Cascudinho · Cascudo · Cascudo-peito-duro-do-pardo |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Cascudo-peito-duro-do-pardo.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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