Turushuqui
📖 Overview
Turushuqui (Ossancora eigenmanni), first described by Boulenger, 1895 is a medium-sized fish in the family Doradidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 15.20 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 Doradidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Turushuqui is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Turushuqui is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Amazon and upper Paraguay River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Armadito · Turushuqui |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Turushuqui.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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