Pimelodella Pectinifer
📖 Overview
Pimelodella Pectinifer (Pimelodella pectinifer), first described by Eigenmann & Eigenmann, 1888 is a medium-sized fish in the family Heptapteridae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 15.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pimelodella Pectinifer is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pimelodella Pectinifer is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Reproductive mode and guild assumed to be the same as congeners .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Muriaé River basin, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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