Trichomycterus Vermiculatus
📖 Overview
Trichomycterus Vermiculatus (Trichomycterus vermiculatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Trichomycteridae. It inhabits freshwater waters. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Trichomycterus Vermiculatus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trichomycterus Vermiculatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 22°C - 28°C South America: Paraiba do Sul River in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | cambeva |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pygidium vermiculatum | Eigenmann | 1917 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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