Bagre Misionero
📖 Overview
Bagre Misionero (Parapimelodus valenciennis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pimelodidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 24 cm. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bagre Misionero is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Paraná River basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | anténovec Valenciennův |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Mandi |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Bagarito · Bagre Misionero · Bagre Picudo · Bagre Porteñito · Porteñito |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parapimelodus valenciennes | Lütken | 1874 | Synonym |
| Parapimelodus valenciennesi | Lütken | 1874 | Synonym |
| Pimelodus spegazzinii | Perugia | 1891 | Synonym |
| Pimelodus spegezzinii | Perugia | 1891 | Synonym |
| Pimelodus valenciennis | Lütken | 1874 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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