Aguja
Farlowella curtirostra
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Aguja (Farlowella curtirostra) is a freshwater fish of the family Loricariidae (Armored catfishes), in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 15 cm.
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The aguja (Farlowella curtirostra) is a freshwater armored catfish reaching about 15 cm in length. It inhabits South American rivers and belongs to the family Loricariidae, known for its extremely elongated body resembling a twig or stick.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Orden | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familia | Loricariidae (Armored catfishes) |
| Especies | Farlowella curtirostra |
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