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Aguja

Farlowella vittata

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Longitud Máxima
22,5 cm
Familia

Overview

Aguja (Farlowella vittata) is a freshwater fish of the family Loricariidae (Armored catfishes), in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 22 cm.

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The aguja (Farlowella vittata) is a freshwater armored catfish reaching about 22.5 cm in length. It inhabits rivers in South America and belongs to the family Loricariidae, recognized by its extremely slender, twig-like body.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 22,5 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Tipo de Agua
Freshwater

Taxonomy

Orden Siluriformes (Catfishes)
Familia Loricariidae (Armored catfishes)
Especies Farlowella vittata

Preguntas Frecuentes

How big does Aguja get?
Aguja can grow up to 22.5 cm long.
What family does Aguja belong to?
Aguja (Farlowella vittata) belongs to the family Loricariidae (Armored catfishes) in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).

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