Acará cascudo
Chaetobranchopsis orbicularis
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Freshwater
الطول الأقصى
12,0 cm
الفصيلة
نبذة
Chaetobranchopsis orbicularis is a freshwater cichlid reaching about 12 cm, found in South American river systems. Known locally as 'Acará cascudo', it is a filter-feeding cichlid that sifts organic matter from soft substrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| الفصيلة | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| الأنواع | Chaetobranchopsis orbicularis |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Acará cascudo get?
Acará cascudo can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
What family does Acará cascudo belong to?
Acará cascudo (Chaetobranchopsis orbicularis) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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