Callichthyidae

Spotted hoplo

Megalechis thoracata

Fifteen Point Five Centimeters Callichthyid Fish of South American Waters

• Tropical
• Coastal
• Upper river
• Southern Hemisphere
• Regional distribution
• Freshwater fish
• South America
• Medium
• Tropical fish

Spotted hoplo is a freshwater fish found around South America. It inhabits freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 15.5 cm.