Rapa-canoa
📖 Overview
Rapa-canoa (Proloricaria prolixa) is a ray-finned fish of the family Loricariidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 46.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Rapa-canoa is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rapa-canoa is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Rapa-canoa is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Rapa-canoa is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Upper Paraná River drainage, La Plata basin.
🌿 Ecology
periphyton growing on the rocky bottom of the river (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | lorikárie paranánská |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Cascudo chinelão · Cascudo-a-jato · Cascudo-espada · Rapa-canoa |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loricaria prolixa | Isbrücker & Nijssen | 1978 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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