Potamorhina Laticeps
📖 Overview
Potamorhina Laticeps (Potamorhina laticeps) is a ray-finned fish of the family Curimatidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 25 cm. With a trophic level of 2, it is a herbivore or detritivore. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Potamorhina Laticeps is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Potamorhina Laticeps is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; potamodromous . Tropical South America: Maracaibo Lake basin.
🌿 Ecology
detritus (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Potamorhina Laticeps is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Potamorhina Laticeps is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Potamorhina Laticeps has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | potamorina venezuelská |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Анод |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anodus laticeps | Valenciennes | 1850 | Synonym |
| Curimatus laticeps | Valenciennes | 1850 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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