Hypostomus scabriceps

Hypostomus scabriceps

Catfish Reaching Thirty Five Centimeters

Tropical
Southern Hemisphere
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
South America
Medium
Tropical fish

Hypostomus scabriceps is a species of catfish in the family Loricariidae. It is native to South America, where it occurs in the São Mateus River basin. The species reaches 35 cm (13.8 inches) in total length and is believed to be a facultative air-breather.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Catfishes
Family: Loricariidae
Genus: Hypostomus
Maximum length: 35 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: South America: São Mateus River basin.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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