Rendahl's catfish
📖 Overview
Occurs in billabongs and streams in slow to fast-flowing water that is clear to turbid with rock, gravel or sand bottoms . Feeds partly on mollusks .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Rendahl's catfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rendahl's catfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 7.3 - 8.3; dH range: ? - 20. Tropical; 18°C - 20°C endemic to Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copidoglanis obscurus | Rendahl | 1922 | Heterotypic |
| Copidoglanis rendahli | Whitley | 1928 | Synonym |
| Neosilurus rendahli | Whitley | 1928 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 15 records indexed .
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