Dwarf sucker
📖 Overview
Dwarf sucker (Otocinclus mariae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Loricariidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.3 cm. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Dwarf sucker is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dwarf sucker is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Dwarf sucker is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Dwarf sucker is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Upper Madeira and lower Amazon River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Dwarf sucker |
| 🌍CES | krunýřovec mamorénský |
| 🇫🇷French | Suceur nain · Suceur nain, Otocinclus |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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