Odontesthes Humensis
📖 Overview
Odontesthes Humensis (Odontesthes humensis), first described by de Buen, 1953 is a medium-sized fish in the family Atherinopsidae (order Atheriniformes). Adults typically reach 35.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Scales in the lateral line series above the lateral band 52-60; and predorsal scales 28-35 .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Odontesthes Humensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate South America: Río Negro, Río Uruguay, Río de la Plata, Lagoa Mirim and Lagoa dos Patos system, Uruguay, Argentina, southern Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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