Trichomycterus Maracaiboensis
📖 Overview
Trichomycterus Maracaiboensis (Trichomycterus maracaiboensis), first described by Schultz, 1944 is a fish in the family Trichomycteridae (order Siluriformes). 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 Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Trichomycterus Maracaiboensis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trichomycterus Maracaiboensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 22°C - 25°C South America: San Juan River, tributary to Motatán River, Lake Maracaibo basin in Venezuela.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | kandiru maracaibský |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pygidium banneaui maracaiboensis | Schultz | 1944 | Synonym |
| Trichomycterus banneaui maracaiboensis | Schultz | 1944 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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