Schindler's Toothy
📖 Overview
Schindler's Toothy (Oligosarcus schindleri), first described by Menezes & Géry, 1983 is a small fish in the family Acestrorhamphidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 8.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.The species is a species of conservation concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Schindler's Toothy is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Schindler's Toothy is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. High altitude South America: Chapare River basin and lagoons near Cochabamba, Bolivia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Schindler's Toothy |
| 🌍CES | tetralka Schindlerova |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Platincho |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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