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Pterygoplichthys pardalis (Hypostomus pardalis)
Anybody interested in a research project on this Amazon catfish? Looking to create a virtual field guide and need to natural history notes.
coming soon!
These are frequently pulled out of the Sucasari River near ExploNapo Lodge.
These guys cause a lot of trouble in non-native habitats where they are released by irresponsible fish-keepers.
Glad to help. I must admit I am not a fish expert, however, I did have one of these in my aquarium years ago. They are very cool fish. BTW, I am glad to see you are bringing awareness to a region that has so much biodiversity to offer. Good luck and much success to you.
Yay Birding for Fun! You nailed it for me. The dorsal spines are the key. Thanks very much. This is why I love Project Noah!
No problem. You may want to look at the Pterygoplichthys pardalis. I think this is the specific one. It is Peruvian and found in the Amazon. Plus it looks very much like the one you posted.
Thanks Birding for Fun. You've given me a place to start in figuring out the species found in the part of the Amazon where we work.
Spotted on Jul 26, 2011
Submitted on Apr 26, 2012
