Orinoco sailfin catfish
📖 Overview
Facultative air-breathing ; Occurs in streams and lakes and in weedy, mud-bottomed canals . Benthic . Nocturnal, feeds on algae , but will also feed on worms, insect larvae, and other bottom-dwelling aquatic animals . Spawning period peaks once a year . Reproductive behavior includes digging of burrows for egg laying . May exhibit male parental care .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Orinoco sailfin catfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Parental care may be exhibited by males .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.5 - 7.8; dH range: 4 - 20. Tropical; 23°C - 27°C ; 10°N - 1°N, 68°W - 61°W South America: Orinoco River basin.
🌿 Ecology
algae (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ancistrus multiradiatus | Hancock | 1828 | Synonym |
| Hypostomus multiradiatus | Hancock | 1828 | Synonym |
| Liposarcus multiradiatus | Hancock | 1828 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Orinoco sailfin catfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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