Doras
📖 Overview
Doras (Ossancora punctata), first described by Kner, 1855 is a small fish in the family Doradidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 11.30 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 Doras is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Doras is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Amazon River basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Doras |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Botinho · Reco-reco |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Пятнистый броняковый сом |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Bagre Hueso · Pirillo |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doras punctatus | Kner | 1853 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Doras.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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