Pseudobunocephalus Rugosus
📖 Overview
Pseudobunocephalus Rugosus (Pseudobunocephalus rugosus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Aspredinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, 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 Pseudobunocephalus Rugosus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pseudobunocephalus Rugosus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Pseudobunocephalus Rugosus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Pseudobunocephalus Rugosus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Paraguay-Paraná River basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Guitarrero |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | guitarrita |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunocephalus australis | Eigenmann & Ward | 1907 | Synonym |
| Bunocephalus rugosus | Eigenmann & Kennedy | 1903 | Synonym |
| Dysichthys australe | Eigenmann & Ward | 1907 | Synonym |
| Dysichthys rugosus | Eigenmann & Kennedy | 1903 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 2 records indexed .
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