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Farlowella reticulata Boeseman, 1971 |
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photo by
Schönherr, K. |
| Family: | Loricariidae (Armored catfishes), subfamily: Loricariinae | |||
| Max. size: | 15.3 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; freshwater; pH range: 6.1 - 6.2 | |||
| Distribution: | South America: Essequibo, Marowijne, and Oyapock River basins. | |||
| Diagnosis: | ||||
| Biology: | This curious fish is so fine that it resembles a brushwood. Mimetic. Frequently occurs in shallow creeks (Ref. 27188) that are not so sunny but with a strong current and a rocky substrate. General activity is poor since it remains hidden in the anfractuosities of logs during the day. Feeds on periphyton and associated organisms. The mating couple choose a narrow hole to spawn the eggs (about 50,000 eggs), after having cleaned the substratum. The male takes care of the eggs (Ref. 35381). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 October 2020 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||