Buroca toothcarp
📖 Overview
Lives in currents of all velocities, but is more frequently found in brooks, creeks and rivers of low to moderate velocity. Lives from sea level to 940 m elevation and swims near rock, gravel or sand substrata. Feeds on diatoms, flocculent detritus and ooze .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Buroca toothcarp is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Buroca toothcarp is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.0 - 7.5; dH range: 3 - 15. Tropical; 21°C - 29°C Central America: Costa Rica and Panama.
🌿 Ecology
diatoms, flocculent detritus and ooze (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Buroca toothcarp.
🔍 Similar Species
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