Pimelodella Cristata
📖 Overview
Occurs over sand in creeks and rivers. Very voracious . The genital tracts are organized like those of Rhamdia. Eye size changes according to sex .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pimelodella Cristata is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pimelodella Cristata is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Pimelodella Cristata is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproductive mode and guild assumed to be the same as congeners .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Guyana and French Guiana (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pimelodus cristatus | Müller & Troschel | 1849 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 203 records indexed .
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