Acarí
Hypostomus scabriceps
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Acarí (Hypostomus scabriceps) is a freshwater fish of the family Loricariidae (Armored catfishes), in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 35 cm.
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Hypostomus scabriceps is a freshwater armored catfish reaching about 35 cm, found in South American river systems. Known locally as 'Acari', it has a rough-textured head and bony plated body typical of the genus Hypostomus, inhabiting rocky riverbeds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 35.0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Order | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Family | Loricariidae (Armored catfishes) |
| Species | Hypostomus scabriceps |
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