Curimatã
📖 Overview
Curimatã (Prochilodus britskii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Prochilodontidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 23.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.3, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8; Vertebrae: 40 - 41.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Curimatã is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Curimatã is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Curimatã is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Apiacá River basin in Mato Grosso, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | prochilodus Britskiho |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Curimatã · Curimba · Papa-terra |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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