Acari
Sturisoma barbatum
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Acari (Sturisoma barbatum) is a freshwater fish of the family Loricariidae (Armored catfishes), in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 28 cm.
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Sturisoma barbatum is a freshwater armored catfish reaching about 28 cm, found in South American river systems. Known locally as 'Acari', it is a slender loricariid with a pointed snout and bony plates, inhabiting rocky-bottomed rivers and streams.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 28,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Famille | Loricariidae (Armored catfishes) |
| Espèces | Sturisoma barbatum |
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