Tatia Marthae
📖 Overview
Tatia Marthae (Tatia marthae), first described by Vari & Ferraris, 2013 is a tiny fish in the family Auchenipteridae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 2.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Auchenipteridae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5; Anal soft rays: 7; Vertebrae: 35 - 36. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tatia Marthae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: small tributary of the Río Caura, a southern tributary of the Río Orinoco basin in Venezuela.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Tatia Marthae.
🔍 Similar Species
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