Trichomycterus Poikilos
📖 Overview
Trichomycterus Poikilos (Trichomycterus poikilos), first described by Ferrer & Malabarba, 2013 is a small fish in the family Trichomycteridae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 9.30 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.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Trichomycterus Poikilos is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trichomycterus Poikilos is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Rio Jacuí, rio Pardo and rio Taquari-Antas basins in the laguna dos Patos system, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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