Pareiorhaphis Stomias
📖 Overview
Pareiorhaphis Stomias (Pareiorhaphis stomias), first described by Pereira & Reis, 2002 is a small fish in the family Loricariidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 5.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. 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 Loricariidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal soft rays: 5. Anal fin with 4 branched rays; dorsal surface of body and head covered by distinct black dots; low caudal peduncle 9.7-11.3% SL; 94-120 teeth in each dentary .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pareiorhaphis Stomias is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | krunýřnice araranguanská |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hemipsilichthys stomias | Pereira & Reis | 2002 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pareiorhaphis Stomias.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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