Pez pipa
📖 Overview
Recorded from rivers and coastal creeks of low to moderate current velocity. Generally occurs near shorelines among grasses or undergrowth. Sometimes found in tidelands near stream outlets; in rivers it reaches 20 m elevation. Food consists of small aquatic insects . Probably reaching 19-20 cm SL. Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Males may be brooding at 9-10 cm SL.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pez pipa is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 26°C - 31°C Central America: Jiménez, Costa Rica to Rio Chico, Panama.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | jehla panamská |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Pez pipa |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 哥斯达黎加拟茎海龙 · 哥斯達黎加擬莖海龍 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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