Steindachnerina Brevipinna
📖 Overview
Steindachnerina Brevipinna (Steindachnerina brevipinna), first described by Eigenmann & Eigenmann, 1889 is a medium-sized fish in the family Curimatidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 22.60 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 12; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10; Vertebrae: 31 - 33. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Steindachnerina Brevipinna is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Paraguay, lower Paraná, and lower Uruguay River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curimatus gilberti brevipinnis | Eigenmann & Eigenmann | 1889 | Synonym |
| Curimatus nigrotaenia | Boulenger | 1902 | Synonym |
| Curimatus nitens | Holmberg | 1891 | Synonym |
| Steindachnerina nigrotaenia | Boulenger | 1902 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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