Mees's pimelodus catfish
📖 Overview
Mees's pimelodus catfish (Pimelodus albofasciatus), first described by Mees, 1974 is a medium-sized fish in the family Pimelodidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 29.50 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 Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Mees's pimelodus catfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mees's pimelodus catfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 22°C - 25°C South America: Amazon, Orinoco, upper Corantijn and Sipaliwini River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Mees's pimelodus catfish · white line pim |
| 🌍CES | anténovec bělopruhý |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Barbudo |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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