Cat-eLog Species Updates

  • Mar 16, 09:47 Platytropius siamensis (Horabagridae) New Species
  • Mar 16, 03:40 Trachyglanis intermedius (Amphiliidae)
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    Type_locality changed to [Kasaï, Luluabourg, Democratic Republic of Congo.] from [Kasaï, Luluabourg, Democratic Republic of Congo.].

    Genus_etymology changed to [The Greek trachys meaning rough and glanis meaning a catfish.] from [The Greek trachys meaning rough and glanis meaning a catfish.].

    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 53 (no. 2), pp 110.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 53, pp 110.].

    General changed to [It has been discussed that this species could also have close proximity with the genus Belonoglanis.] from [It has been discussed that this species could also have close proximity with the genus Belonoglanis.].
  • Mar 16, 03:39 (Doradidae)
  • Mar 15, 09:36 Sturisoma guentheri (Loricariidae)
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    Type_locality changed to [Xeberos [Jeberos], upper Amazon River basin, Peru.] from [Xeberos, upper Amazon River basin, Peru.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Sturisoma and Sturisomatichthys can be difficult to tell apart. Older descriptions of the genera emphasized the length of the snout (elongated in Sturisoma), but this trait is not reliable across species. Recent analyses allow discrimination based on the abdominal plates, fin colors and lateral plates: Sturisoma has its central abdominal plates arranged in three clearly-defined longitudinal series; all fins (except sometimes pectoral fins) lack dark spots; and 20–21 lateral plates in median series. Sturisomatichthys has its central abdominal plates less organized, not arranged in clearly-defined longitudinal series; dark spots usually present on one or more of the dorsal-, pectoral-, pelvic, or anal-fins; and 15–18 lateral plates in median series. Furthermore, to date all Sturisoma are cis-Andean; most (but not all) Sturisomatichthys are trans-Andean.] from [Sturisoma and Sturisomatichthys can be difficult to tell apart. Older descriptions of the genera emphasized the length of the snout (elongated in Sturisoma), but this trait is not reliable across species. Recent analyses allow discrimination based on the abdominal plates, fin colors and lateral plates: Sturisoma has its central abdominal plates arranged in three clearly-defined longitudinal series; all fins (except sometimes pectoral fins) lack dark spots; and 20–21 lateral plates in median series. Sturisomatichthys has its central abdominal plates less organized, not arranged in clearly-defined longitudinal series; dark spots usually present on one or more of the dorsal-, pectoral-, pelvic, or anal-fins; and 15–18 lateral plates in median series. Furthermore, to date all Sturisoma are cis-Andean; most (but not all) Sturisomatichthys are trans-Andean.].
  • Mar 14, 09:11 (Mochokidae)
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    Genus_etymology changed to [According to Cuvier, Synodontis is an "ancient name for an undetermined fish from the Nile". It is apparently not derived, as often reported, from syn-, together and odous, tooth, presumed etymology of the lizardfish genus Synodus and in reference to the closely-spaced lower jaw teeth of both genera.] from [According to Cuvier, Synodontis is an "ancient name for an undetermined fish from the Nile". It is apparently not derived, as often reported, from syn-, together and odous, tooth, presumed etymology of the lizardfish genus Synodus and in reference to the closely-spaced lower jaw teeth of both genera.].

    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 39 (no. 1), pp 25.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 39, pp 25.].

    Genus_identification changed to [All species in the genus Synodontis have a hardened head cap that has attached a process (humeral process) which is situated behind the gill opening and pointed towards the posterior. The dorsal fin and pectoral fins have a hardened first ray which is serrated. Caudal fin is always forked. There is one pair of maxillary barbels, sometimes having membranes and occasionally branched. The two pairs of mandibular barbels are often branched and can have nodes attached. The cone-shaped teeth in the upper jaw are short. S-shaped and movable in the lower jaw. These fish produce audible sounds when disturbed rubbing the base of the pectoral spine against the pectoral girdle.] from [All species in the genus Synodontis have a hardened head cap that has attached a process (humeral process) which is situated behind the gill opening and pointed towards the posterior. The dorsal fin and pectoral fins have a hardened first ray which is serrated. Caudal fin is always forked. There is one pair of maxillary barbels, sometimes having membranes and occasionally branched. The two pairs of mandibular barbels are often branched and can have nodes attached. The cone-shaped teeth in the upper jaw are short. S-shaped and movable in the lower jaw. These fish produce audible sounds when disturbed rubbing the base of the pectoral spine against the pectoral girdle.].
  • Mar 14, 02:20 Pareiorhaphis torrenticola (Loricariidae) New Species
  • Mar 12, 13:29 Oreoglanis delacouri (Sisoridae)
    [changes]
    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 61 (no. 4), pp 244.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 61, pp 244].

    Genus_identification changed to [A key to the species of the genus Oreoglanis is found HERE.] from [A key to the species of the genus Oreoglanis is found HERE.].
  • Mar 12, 13:05 Atopochilus chabanaudi (Mochokidae)
    [changes]
    Year changed to [1939] from [1938].

    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 63 (no. 7) [for 1938], pp 375, Fig. 1.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 63, pp375, Fig. 1.].
  • Mar 11, 15:43 (Amphiliidae)
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    Genus_etymology changed to [Amphilius: Not clear; probably from the Greek amphi, meaning both sides and leios, meaning smooth.] from [Amphilius: Not clear; probably from the Greek amphi, meaning both sides and leios, meaning smooth.].

    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 58 (no. 3/4), pp 172.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 58, pp 172.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Most amphiliid species are found in fast-flowing water of clear, rocky streams at high elevations or rapids of large lowland rivers (Berra 2001; Roberts 2003).basins (Seegers et al. 2003). Species of Amphilius are adapted for fast flow and rocky habitats (Skelton 1986). Morphological adaptations for these habitats include expanded pectoral and pelvic fins with a thickened first ray, depressed body, dorsally directed eyes and reduced swim bladder (Skelton 1986; Walsh et al. 2000). The large pelvic fins form, in conjunction with the body, a feeble sucking disc that enables the fish to cling to rocks (Jackson 1961b).] from [Most amphiliid species are found in fast-flowing water of clear, rocky streams at high elevations or rapids of large lowland rivers (Berra 2001; Roberts 2003).basins (Seegers et al. 2003). Species of Amphilius are adapted for fast flow and rocky habitats (Skelton 1986). Morphological adaptations for these habitats include expanded pectoral and pelvic fins with a thickened first ray, depressed body, dorsally directed eyes and reduced swim bladder (Skelton 1986; Walsh et al. 2000). The large pelvic fins form, in conjunction with the body, a feeble sucking disc that enables the fish to cling to rocks (Jackson 1961b).].

    Genus_feeding changed to [The diet of Amphilius species has been reported to consist predominantly of benthic aquatic insects (Marriott et al. 1997; Skelton 2001; Walsh et al. 2000).] from [The diet of Amphilius species has been reported to consist predominantly of benthic aquatic insects (Marriott et al. 1997; Skelton 2001; Walsh et al. 2000).].
  • Mar 11, 15:43 (Loricariidae)
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    Genus_etymology changed to [The name Ancistrus is derived from the Greek word agkistron, meaning hook, in reference to the interopercular odontodes that are hooked.] from [The name Ancistrus is derived from the Greek word agkistron, meaning hook, in reference to the interopercular odontodes that are hooked.].

    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 37 (no. 8), pp 271, Fig. 1.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 37, pp 271, Fig. 1.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Mature males and sometimes females have soft tentacles (bushy fleshy growths) on the snout - this is unique to the genus Ancistrus.] from [Mature males and sometimes females have soft tentacles (bushy fleshy growths) on the snout - this is unique to the genus Ancistrus.].

    Identification changed to [When first described, Pellegrin remarked that compared to other Ancistrus (known at the time), this species has relatively larger eyes, a wider head, fewer interopercular odontodes, and a flatter body profile. Body color is overall brown above, white below.] from [When first described, Pellegrin remarked that compared to other Ancistrus (known at the time), this species has relatively larger eyes, a wider head, fewer interopercular odontodes, and a flatter body profile. Body color is overall brown above, white below.].

    Genus_feeding changed to [Ancistrus should be fed mainly on vegetarian foods. Prepared foods include algae wafers and spirulina based sinking food. Vegetables such as courgette/zucchini, and (English) cucumber are an excellent addition to the diet, along with the odd, small amount of more meaty foods.] from [Ancistrus should be fed mainly on vegetarian foods. Prepared foods include algae wafers and spirulina based sinking food. Vegetables such as courgette/zucchini, and (English) cucumber are an excellent addition to the diet, along with the odd, small amount of more meaty foods.].

    Genus_breeding changed to [All Ancistrus species are cave-breeders, where the male looks after the eggs and young fry.] from [All Ancistrus species are cave-breeders, where the male looks after the eggs and young fry.].
  • Mar 10, 07:48 (Auchenoglanididae)
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    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 54 (no. 4), pp 363.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 54, pp 363.].

    Genus_identification changed to [In all Parauchenoglanis the small eyes are not covered by a transparent skin (having a free border). The first dorsal spine is small, the second large and strong followed by seven branched fin rays (rarely eight). Pectoral fin with one spine and 7-8 branched rays, pelvic fin with six rays (of which five are branched), anal fin with 6-10 branched rays. Edge of caudal is straight or rounded.] from [In all Parauchenoglanis the small eyes are not covered by a transparent skin (having a free border). The first dorsal spine is small, the second large and strong followed by seven branched fin rays (rarely eight). Pectoral fin with one spine and 7-8 branched rays, pelvic fin with six rays (of which five are branched), anal fin with 6-10 branched rays. Edge of caudal is straight or rounded.].

    General changed to [See also Fresh and Brackish Water Fishes of Lower Guinea, West Central Africa, Stiassny, Teugels, Hopkins, pg.603 Geerinckx T., Adriaens D., Teugels G.G. & Verraes W., 2004. A systematic revision of the African catfish genus Parauchenoglanis Boulenger, 1911 (Siluriformes: Claroteidae). Journal of Natural History, 38 (6): 775-803. Geerinckx T., Risch L., Vreven E., Adriaens D. & Teugels G.G., 2007. Claroteidae. In Poissons d’eaux douces et saumâtres de Basse Guinée, ouest de l’Afrique Centrale – The fresh and brackish water fishes of Lower Guinea, West Central Africa (Stiassny M.L.J., Teugels G.G. & Hopkins C.D., eds). RMCA (Tervuren) & IRD (Paris), p. 586-629.] from [See also Fresh and Brackish Water Fishes of Lower Guinea, West Central Africa, Stiassny, Teugels, Hopkins, pg.603 Geerinckx T., Adriaens D., Teugels G.G. & Verraes W., 2004. A systematic revision of the African catfish genus Parauchenoglanis Boulenger, 1911 (Siluriformes: Claroteidae). Journal of Natural History, 38 (6): 775-803. Geerinckx T., Risch L., Vreven E., Adriaens D. & Teugels G.G., 2007. Claroteidae. In Poissons d’eaux douces et saumâtres de Basse Guinée, ouest de l’Afrique Centrale – The fresh and brackish water fishes of Lower Guinea, West Central Africa (Stiassny M.L.J., Teugels G.G. & Hopkins C.D., eds). RMCA (Tervuren) & IRD (Paris), p. 586-629.].
  • Mar 10, 07:48 (Loricariidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Zawadzki, Pains da Silva & Troy] from [Zawadzki, da Silva & Troy].

    Type_locality changed to [Rio Diamantino, tributary of rio Paraguay, Diamantino, Mato Grosso State, Brazil, 14°24'01"S, 56°26'24"W.] from [Rio Diamantino, tributary of rio Paraguay, Diamantino, Mato Grosso State, Brazil, 14°24'01"S, 56°26'24"W.].
  • Mar 10, 07:23 (Loricariidae)
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    Desc_by changed to [Ribeiro-Silva, Silva, Venere, Pains da Silva & Roxo] from [Ribeiro-Silva, Silva, Venere, da Silva & Roxo].

    Type_locality changed to [Córrego Grande, drainage of rio Pindaíba, rio Araguaia basin, municipality of Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso state, Brazil, -15.7417°, -52.0936°.] from [Córrego Grande, drainage of rio Pindaíba, rio Araguaia basin, municipality of Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso state, Brazil, -15.7417°, -52.0936°.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Rhinotocinclus is diagnosed from all other genera in Hypoptopomatinae by having the canal cheek plate on the ventral surface of the head posteriorly elongated and contacting the cleithrum (vs. canal cheek plate rounded or mesially elongated and not expanded backwards to contact the pectoral girdle).] from [Rhinotocinclus is diagnosed from all other genera in Hypoptopomatinae by having the canal cheek plate on the ventral surface of the head posteriorly elongated and contacting the cleithrum (vs. canal cheek plate rounded or mesially elongated and not expanded backwards to contact the pectoral girdle).].
  • Mar 10, 07:23 (Loricariidae)
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    Desc_by changed to [Zawadzki & Pains da Silva] from [Zawadzki & da Silva].

    Type_locality changed to [Rio Salobra, Rio Paraguay basin, municipality of Nobres, Mato Grosso State, Brazil, 14°38'38"S, 56°16'29"W.] from [Rio Salobra, Rio Paraguay basin, municipality of Nobres, Mato Grosso State, Brazil, 14°38'38"S, 56°16'29"W.].

    Literature changed to [Ichthyological Exploration of Freshwaters v. 31 (no. 2): IEF-1176, pp 2, Figs. 1-3.] from [Ichthyological Exploration of Freshwaters IEF-1176, pp 2, Figs. 1-3.].
  • Mar 10, 07:22 Phractura gladysae (Amphiliidae)
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    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 56 (no. 2), pp 209.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 56, pp 209].
  • Mar 10, 07:21 Glyptothorax waikhomi (Sisoridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Shangningam & Kosygin] from [Shangningam & Kosygin].

    Literature changed to [Ichthyological Exploration of Freshwaters v. 31 (no. 3): IEF-1185, pp 2, Figs. 1-2.] from [Ichthyological Exploration of Freshwaters IEF-1185, pp 2, Figs. 1-2.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).] from [Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).].
  • Mar 10, 07:19 (Amblycipitidae)
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    Desc_by changed to [Vijayakrishnan & Praveenraj] from [Vijayakrishnan & Praveenraj].

    Year changed to [2024] from [2023].

    Type_locality changed to [Dhanua River, Mahanadi River drainage, Bhubaneswar, Khordha District, Odisha, India, 20°14'42.5"N, 85°54'24.5"E, elevation 38 meters.] from [India, Odisha, Khordha District, Bhubaneswar, Dhanua River, a distributary of the Mahanadi River. 20°14'42.5"N, 85°54'24.5"E, 38 m asl.].

    Type_loc_notes changed to [The river at the type locality was a large section (>30 m width) where the water was less than a meter deep with shallow riffles and moderate flow. The specimens were collected amid cobblestones and vegetation, which consisted of Vallisneria sp. and Hydrocotyle sp. Other species encountered at the type locality included Tariqilabeo latius, Barilius bendelisis, Pethia conchonius, Devario devario, Danio rerio, Salmostoma sp., Mastacembelus armatus, and Macrognathus pancalus.] from [The river at the type locality was a large section (>30 m width) where the water was less than a meter deep with shallow riffles and moderate flow. The specimens were collected amid cobblestones and vegetation, which consisted of Vallisneria sp. and Hydrocotyle sp. Other species encountered at the type locality included Tariqilabeo latius, Barilius bendelisis, Pethia conchonius, Devario devario, Danio rerio, Salmostoma sp., Mastacembelus armatus, and Macrognathus pancalus.].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [20.245138888889] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [85.906805555556] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Journal of Fish Biology Early view, pp 3, Figs. 1-3a.] from [Vijayakrishnan, B., & Jayasimhan, P. (2023). Amblyceps crassioris, a new sisoroid catfish from Odisha, India (Siluriformes: Amblycipitidae). Journal of Fish Biology, 1–8.].

    Genus_identification changed to [The catfish genus Amblyceps is characteristic in having the epiphyseal commissure of the supraorbital sensory canals immediately anterior to, and not passing through the epiphyseal bar; the anterior cranial fontanelle narrowing abruptly along its posterior end offering epiphyseal commisure bony support from frontal; the fifth ceratobranchial expanding medially at its posterior tip; pinnatelike rays along anterior margin of the procurrent and medial caudal-fin rays; a transverse crest along entire posterior margin of roof of supraoccipital and pterotic; the lateroposterior process of horizontal lamina of urohyal short or vestigial,shorter than the horizontal lamina; the upper hypurals fused with compound centrum; the anterior nostril situated immediately anterior to the base of the nasal barbel; and both lips with double folds. It is also characteristic in having a prominent cup-like skin flap above the base of the pectoral spine.] from [The catfish genus Amblyceps is characteristic in having the epiphyseal commissure of the supraorbital sensory canals immediately anterior to, and not passing through the epiphyseal bar; the anterior cranial fontanelle narrowing abruptly along its posterior end offering epiphyseal commisure bony support from frontal; the fifth ceratobranchial expanding medially at its posterior tip; pinnatelike rays along anterior margin of the procurrent and medial caudal-fin rays; a transverse crest along entire posterior margin of roof of supraoccipital and pterotic; the lateroposterior process of horizontal lamina of urohyal short or vestigial,shorter than the horizontal lamina; the upper hypurals fused with compound centrum; the anterior nostril situated immediately anterior to the base of the nasal barbel; and both lips with double folds. It is also characteristic in having a prominent cup-like skin flap above the base of the pectoral spine.].

    Genus_tankmates changed to [Other associated fish collected belongs to genus Devario,Danio, Opsarius, Garra, Rasbora, Aborichthys, Schistura, Olyra and Batasio.] from [Other associated fish collected belongs to genus Devario,Danio, Opsarius, Garra, Rasbora, Aborichthys, Schistura, Olyra and Batasio.].
  • Mar 09, 02:44 (Akysidae)
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    Sl changed to [33] from [330].
  • Mar 07, 19:44 Curculionichthys monolechis (Loricariidae) New Species
  • Mar 07, 11:48 Trichomycterus diamantinensis (Trichomycteridae) New Species
  • Mar 07, 10:59 (Doradidae)
  • Mar 07, 10:58 Trichomycterus zapatocaensis (Trichomycteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Ardila Rodríguez] from [].

    Year changed to [2023] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

    Type_locality changed to [Cueva del Nitro, Municipio de Zapatoca, Departamento de Santander, Colombia, elevation 1720 meters.] from [].

    Literature changed to [Barranquilla, Departamento del Atlántico No. 91, pp 5, Figs. 1, 3A-B, 4A, 5-7.] from [].
  • Mar 05, 11:54 (Auchenipteridae)
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    Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].
  • Mar 05, 11:54 (Callichthyidae)
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    Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

    Genus_etymology changed to [Cory = helmet, doras = skin. In this case it was incorrectly used to mean armour (cuirasse) instead of skin in allusion to the dual rows of plates that run along the flanks of this genus.] from [Cory = helmet, doras = skin. In this case it was incorrectly used to mean armour (cuirasse) instead of skin in allusion to the dual rows of plates that run along the flanks of this genus.].

    Identification changed to [This species is almost never exported from Venezuela despite being prevalent in the Llanos. Because it is very dark to black in the flanks, it has been confused with the line-bred black strain of Corydoras schultzei.] from [This species is almost never exported from Venezuela despite being prevalent in the Llanos. Because it is very dark to black in the flanks, it has been confused with the black form of Corydoras schultzei.].
  • Mar 05, 11:50 (Mochokidae)
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    Genus_etymology changed to [According to Cuvier, Synodontis is an "ancient name for an undetermined fish from the Nile". It is apparently not derived, as often reported, from syn-, together and odous, tooth, presumed etymology of the lizardfish genus Synodus and in reference to the closely-spaced lower jaw teeth of both genera.] from [According to Cuvier, Synodontis is an "ancient name for an undetermined fish from the Nile". It is apparently not derived, as often reported, from syn-, together and odous, tooth, presumed etymology of the lizardfish genus Synodus and in reference to the closely-spaced lower jaw teeth of both genera.].

    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 44 (no. 5/7), pp 212.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 44, pp212.].

    Genus_identification changed to [All species in the genus Synodontis have a hardened head cap that has attached a process (humeral process) which is situated behind the gill opening and pointed towards the posterior. The dorsal fin and pectoral fins have a hardened first ray which is serrated. Caudal fin is always forked. There is one pair of maxillary barbels, sometimes having membranes and occasionally branched. The two pairs of mandibular barbels are often branched and can have nodes attached. The cone-shaped teeth in the upper jaw are short. S-shaped and movable in the lower jaw. These fish produce audible sounds when disturbed rubbing the base of the pectoral spine against the pectoral girdle.] from [All species in the genus Synodontis have a hardened head cap that has attached a process (humeral process) which is situated behind the gill opening and pointed towards the posterior. The dorsal fin and pectoral fins have a hardened first ray which is serrated. Caudal fin is always forked. There is one pair of maxillary barbels, sometimes having membranes and occasionally branched. The two pairs of mandibular barbels are often branched and can have nodes attached. The cone-shaped teeth in the upper jaw are short. S-shaped and movable in the lower jaw. These fish produce audible sounds when disturbed rubbing the base of the pectoral spine against the pectoral girdle.].
  • Feb 26, 12:50 Xyliphius lombarderoi (Aspredinidae)
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    Desc_by changed to [] from [Risso & Risso].

    Type_locality changed to from [Riacho Barranqueras, Paraná, Argentina.].

    Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

    Literature changed to from [Notas del Museo de Ciencias Naturales del Chaco v. 1 (no. 2), pp 12, Pl. 1 (figs. 1-2).].

    Distribution changed to from [South America: Paraná River basin.].
  • Feb 26, 12:50 Creteuchiloglanis arunachalensis (Sisoridae)
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    Desc_by changed to [Sinha & Tamang] from [Sinha & Tamang].

    Type_locality changed to [Pange River at Aro-Lenching, a tributary of Brahmaputra River, Ziro, Lower Subansiri District, Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India, 27°29.160'N, 93°51.952"E, elevation 1600 meters.] from [Pange River at Aro-Lenching, a tributary of Brahmaputra River, Ziro, Lower Subansiri District, Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India, 27°29.160'N, 93°51.952"E, elevation 1600 meters.].

    Type_loc_notes changed to [The reported type locality, 27°29.160'N, 93°51.952"E is equivalent to 27°29'10''N, 93°51'57''E, or 27.486000, 93.865867.] from [].

    Type_loc_long changed to [93.865867] from [93].

    Type_loc_comp_lat changed to [27.486] from [0].

    Type_loc_comp_long changed to [93] from [0].

    Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

    Genus_etymology changed to [Formed from the Latin prefix cret-, meaning to separate/distinguish, in combination with the generic name Euchiloglanis, alluding to features shared with, as well as distinguishing from, Euchiloglanis and Pareuchiloglanis. Gender masculine.] from [Formed from the Latin prefix cret-, meaning to separate/distinguish, in combination with the generic name Euchiloglanis, alluding to features shared with, as well as distinguishing from, Euchiloglanis and Pareuchiloglanis. Gender masculine.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Creteuchiloglanis is distributed in the upper Mekong River (Lancang-Jiang) basin west to the Brahmaputra River basin and is distinguished from Pareuchiloglanis by a unique combination of characteristics involving the form of the connection of the lower lip to the maxillary barbel, premaxillary tooth patches, and the morphology of the dilator, operculi, sternohyoideus, and adductor pelvicalis superficialis muscles.] from [Creteuchiloglanis is distributed in the upper Mekong River (Lancang-Jiang) basin west to the Brahmaputra River basin and is distinguished from Pareuchiloglanis by a unique combination of characteristics involving the form of the connection of the lower lip to the maxillary barbel, premaxillary tooth patches, and the morphology of the dilator, operculi, sternohyoideus, and adductor pelvicalis superficialis muscles.].
  • Feb 26, 12:49 (Loricariidae)
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    Desc_by changed to [Urbano-Bonilla, Londoño-Burbano & Carvalho] from [Urbano-Bonilla, Londoño-Burbano & Carvalho].

    Year changed to [2023] from [0].

    Type_locality changed to [Río Vaupés upstream Cachivera Tapira-llerao, Comunidad de Matapí, Negro River drainage, Mitú municipality, Vaupés Department, Colombia, 1°4'49.63"N, 69°22'20.82"W, elevation 143 meters.] from [Río Vaupés upstream Cachivera Tapira-llerao, Comunidad de Matapí, Negro River drainage, Mitú municipality, Vaupés Department, Colombia, 1°4'49.63"N, 69°22'20.82"W, elevation 143 meters.].

    Etymology changed to [The specific name, cachivera refers to a flow of water that runs violently between the rocks. In the cosmology of the indigenous peoples of the Vaupés, the waters of its rivers are inhabited by various supernatural creatures that must be venerated, consulted, and appeased in the rituals of the shamans; these creatures live and guard mainly the cachiveras of the rivers where humans are more fragile and face the greatest danger (Schultes & Raffauf, 2004) (e.g., Figure 4E-F). In memory of Javier Alejandro Maldonado-Ocampo “Nano”, who collected the first Rineloricaria specimens in the cachivera of "Trubón" and "La Mojarra"; in the latter, on March 2nd, 2019, Nano stayed forever swimming in peace and happy with the rheophilic fish of the cachiveras of the Vaupés River.] from [The specific name, cachivera refers to a flow of water that runs violently between the rocks. In the cosmology of the indigenous peoples of the Vaupés, the waters of its rivers are inhabited by various supernatural creatures that must be venerated, consulted, and appeased in the rituals of the shamans; these creatures live and guard mainly the cachiveras of the rivers where humans are more fragile and face the greatest danger (Schultes & Raffauf, 2004) (e.g., Figure 4E-F). In memory of Javier Alejandro Maldonado-Ocampo “Nano”, who collected the first Rineloricaria specimens in the cachivera of "Trubón" and "La Mojarra"; in the latter, on March 2nd, 2019, Nano stayed forever swimming in peace and happy with the rheophilic fish of the cachiveras of the Vaupés River.].

    Literature changed to [Journal of Fish Biology v. 103 (no. 5), pp 2, Figs. 1-2, 6a.] from [Journal of Fish Biology Early view, pp 2, Figs. 1-2, 6a.].
  • Feb 26, 12:48 (Mochokidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Schmidt, Friel, Bart & Pezold] from [Schmidt, Friel, Bart & Pezold].

    Year changed to [2023] from [0].

    Genus_etymology changed to [Chiloglanis: From the Greek cheilos, meaning lip, and glanis, meaning catfish; in reference to the oral morphology.] from [Chiloglanis: From the Greek cheilos, meaning lip, and glanis, meaning catfish; in reference to the oral morphology.].

    Literature changed to [Ichthyology & Herpetology v. 111 (no. 3), pp 382, Fig. 6.] from [Ichthyology & Herpetology v. 111 (no. 3), pp 382, Fig. 6.].

    Genus_identification changed to [The second largest catfish genus in Africa after Synodontis. They are characterized by jaws and lips modified into a sucker or oral disc used for adhering to and feeding upon objects in fast-flowing waters. Generally reasonably small at 100 mm SL or less. species with forked caudal fins can show sexual dimorphism and is usually species-specific. Other characteristics in this hard-to-ID genus are the size of the adipose fin, the position of the adipose fin relative to pelvic and ventral fins, size of barbles, eyes and dorsal fin. Only a handful of species are identified on colouration. They can be distinguished from other African suckermouth catfish (of the genera Euchilichthys and Atopochilus) by their circular suckermouth disc. This is more elliptical in the other two genera.] from [The second largest catfish genus in Africa after Synodontis. They are characterized by jaws and lips modified into a sucker or oral disc used for adhering to and feeding upon objects in fast-flowing waters. Generally reasonably small at 100 mm SL or less. species with forked caudal fins can show sexual dimorphism and is usually species-specific. Other characteristics in this hard-to-ID genus are the size of the adipose fin, the position of the adipose fin relative to pelvic and ventral fins, size of barbles, eyes and dorsal fin. Only a handful of species are identified on colouration. They can be distinguished from other African suckermouth catfish (of the genera Euchilichthys and Atopochilus) by their circular suckermouth disc. This is more elliptical in the other two genera.].
  • Feb 26, 12:48 (Mochokidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Schmidt, Bragança & Tweddle] from [Schmidt, Bragança & Tweddle].

    Year changed to [2023] from [0].

    Genus_etymology changed to [Chiloglanis: From the Greek cheilos, meaning lip, and glanis, meaning catfish; in reference to the oral morphology.] from [Chiloglanis: From the Greek cheilos, meaning lip, and glanis, meaning catfish; in reference to the oral morphology.].

    Etymology changed to [A nice story this one. The specific epithet is "fortuitous", referring to the fortuitous aspect of collecting this one specimen at the type locality. The collector, D. Tweddle, sampled fishes at 36 localities in the upper St. John River drainage in Liberia and collected 69 specimens of Chiloglanis at ten of these localities. Additionally, the lot that contained C. fortuitus was one of the three lots borrowed to aid with the description of C. tweddlei (Schmidt et al., 2017). The discovery and formal description of C. fortuitous is fortuitous in several aspects.] from [A nice story this one. The specific epithet is "fortuitous", referring to the fortuitous aspect of collecting this one specimen at the type locality. The collector, D. Tweddle, sampled fishes at 36 localities in the upper St. John River drainage in Liberia and collected 69 specimens of Chiloglanis at ten of these localities. Additionally, the lot that contained C. fortuitus was one of the three lots borrowed to aid with the description of C. tweddlei (Schmidt et al., 2017). The discovery and formal description of C. fortuitous is fortuitous in several aspects.].

    Literature changed to [Ichthyology & Herpetology v. 111 (no. 3), pp 379, Fig. 5.] from [Ichthyology & Herpetology v. 111 (no. 3), pp 379, Fig. 5.].

    Genus_identification changed to [The second largest catfish genus in Africa after Synodontis. They are characterized by jaws and lips modified into a sucker or oral disc used for adhering to and feeding upon objects in fast-flowing waters. Generally reasonably small at 100 mm SL or less. species with forked caudal fins can show sexual dimorphism and is usually species-specific. Other characteristics in this hard-to-ID genus are the size of the adipose fin, the position of the adipose fin relative to pelvic and ventral fins, size of barbles, eyes and dorsal fin. Only a handful of species are identified on colouration. They can be distinguished from other African suckermouth catfish (of the genera Euchilichthys and Atopochilus) by their circular suckermouth disc. This is more elliptical in the other two genera.] from [The second largest catfish genus in Africa after Synodontis. They are characterized by jaws and lips modified into a sucker or oral disc used for adhering to and feeding upon objects in fast-flowing waters. Generally reasonably small at 100 mm SL or less. species with forked caudal fins can show sexual dimorphism and is usually species-specific. Other characteristics in this hard-to-ID genus are the size of the adipose fin, the position of the adipose fin relative to pelvic and ventral fins, size of barbles, eyes and dorsal fin. Only a handful of species are identified on colouration. They can be distinguished from other African suckermouth catfish (of the genera Euchilichthys and Atopochilus) by their circular suckermouth disc. This is more elliptical in the other two genera.].
  • Feb 22, 07:59 Creteuchiloglanis nuthemuensis (Sisoridae) New Species
  • Feb 20, 12:49 Glyptothorax siangensis (Sisoridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Singh, Kosygin, Rath & Gurumayum] from [].

    Year changed to [2023] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [-].

    Type_locality changed to [Siking stream, a tributary of Siang River near Yingkiong, Brahmaputra River drainage, Upper Siang District, Arunachal Pradesh, India, 28°9'N, 95°00'E.] from [India, Arunachal Pradesh, Upper Siang District, Siking stream a tributary of Siang River near Yingkiong (Brahmaputra River drainage), 28°9' N, 95°00' E.].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [28.15] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [95] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Journal of Ichthyology In press, pp [3], Figs. 1, 2a.] from [].

    Genus_identification changed to [Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).] from [Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).].
  • Feb 20, 12:49 (Heptapteridae)
    [changes]
    Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

    Etymology changed to [imitator = alluding to the fact that this species shares, identically, the patterning of Corydoras melanistus.] from [imitator = alluding to the fact that this species shares, identically, the patterning of Corydoras melanistus.].

    Identification changed to [Only potentially confused with the aforementioned species of Corydoras. Anything more than a quick glance reveals the long barbels and naked flanks.] from [Only potentially confused with the aforementioned species of Corydoras. Anything more than a quick glance reveals the long barbels and naked flanks.].

    Water changed to [Hardness up to 18°dGH.] from [Hardness up to 18°dGH.].

    Furniture changed to [An open expanse of gravel for this fish to interact with its conspecifics or Corydoras is necessary to see it at its best. Floating plants will diffuse overhead light and thus allow the fish a greater sense of security when out in the open. The swimming area should be bordered with suitable sized hiding places structured to allow this fast swimming fish both quick entry and exit.] from [An open expanse of gravel for this fish to interact with its conspecifics or Corydoras is necessary to see it at its best. Floating plants will diffuse overhead light and thus allow the fish a greater sense of security when out in the open. The swimming area should be bordered with suitable sized hiding places structured to allow this fast swimming fish both quick entry and exit.].

    Compatibility changed to [A peaceful fish both with its own species and with Corydoras. The only drawback is that it will eat small tetras and young fish. Fish larger than 1'' are too large to eat and will not otherwise be molested.] from [A peaceful fish both with its own species and with Corydoras. The only drawback is that it will eat small tetras and young fish. Fish larger than 1'' are too large to eat and will not otherwise be molested.].

    Tankmates changed to [Most small to medium sized community fish are ideal. Tetras, Rasboras and Rainbowfish would all do well. The mimic nature of this fish suggests that you should keep similarly marked Corydoras species with this fish. The exact purpose of this is as yet unknown and the insight of aquarists are important in unravelling this mysterious fish.] from [Most small to medium sized community fish are ideal. Tetras, Rasboras and Rainbowfish would all do well. The mimic nature of this fish suggests that you should keep similarly marked Corydoras species with this fish. The exact purpose of this is as yet unknown and the insight of aquarists are important in unravelling this mysterious fish.].

    Breeding changed to [A report of a failed spawning (eggs didn't develop) for this species was published by Trevor Norris in the April 1986 journal of the Catfish Association of Great Britain (CAGB). A group of these fish started spawning when their Corydoras melanistius tankmates spawned. The corys laid eggs on the glass, whereas the B. inimtator stuck their eggs to the leaves of large Vallisneria plants. The water was soft and slightly acidic.] from [Unknown.].
  • Feb 12, 18:14 (Loricariidae) New Species
  • Feb 11, 21:00 (Callichthyidae)
  • Feb 11, 02:20 (Bagridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Ng & Kottelat] from [Ng & Kottelat].

    Type_locality changed to [Thein Lin Chaung at Thein Lin Village, east of Bhamo, Kachin State, Myanmar, 24°11'1"N, 97°15'30"E.] from [Myanmar: Kachin State: Thein Lin Chaung at Thein Lin village, E of Bhamo, 24°11′1″N 97°15′30″E.].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [24.183611111111] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [97.258333333333] from [0].

    Etymology changed to [The specific name comes from the Latin noun celator, meaning a concealer or hider, and is used in allusion to its close similarity to (and misidentification with) M. pulcher.] from [The specific name comes from the Latin noun celator, meaning a concealer or hider, and is used in allusion to its close similarity to (and misidentification with) M. pulcher.].

    Literature changed to [Vertebrate Zoology v. 73, pp 982, Figs. 2, 6, 7.] from [Vertebrate Zoology 73, 2023, 981–990.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Fishes of the genus Mystus Scopoli are small to medium-sized bagrid catfishes occurring in South Asia. Roberts (1994) recognized Mystus to have an elongate cranial fontanel reaching up to the base of the occipital process, long maxillary barbel, very long adipose fin, 11–30 gill rakers on the first gill arch and 37–46 total vertebrae, about equally divided between abdominal and caudal regions. He included only eight species under the genus. Mo (1991) characterized the genus to have a thin needle-like first infraorbital, twisted and thickened metapterygoid loosely attached to the quadrate by means of ligament or a small extent of cartilage. Jayaram & Sanyal (2003) and Ferraris (2007) respectively listed 44 and 33 species of Mystus as valid.] from [Fishes of the genus Mystus Scopoli are small to medium-sized bagrid catfishes occurring in South Asia. Roberts (1994) recognized Mystus to have an elongate cranial fontanel reaching up to the base of the occipital process, long maxillary barbel, very long adipose fin, 11–30 gill rakers on the first gill arch and 37–46 total vertebrae, about equally divided between abdominal and caudal regions. He included only eight species under the genus. Mo (1991) characterized the genus to have a thin needle-like first infraorbital, twisted and thickened metapterygoid loosely attached to the quadrate by means of ligament or a small extent of cartilage. Jayaram & Sanyal (2003) and Ferraris (2007) respectively listed 44 and 33 species of Mystus as valid.].
  • Feb 09, 08:04 (Loricariidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Chaves, Oliveira, Gonçalves, Sousa & Rapp Py-Daniel] from [].

    Year changed to [2023] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [-].

    Type_locality changed to [Xingu River, about 3.5 km downstream from BR-230, Senador José Porfírio, Pará, Brazil, 03°06'18.90"S, 51°43'28.30"W.] from [].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [-3.10525] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [-51.724527777778] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Neotropical Ichthyology v. 21 (no. 3), pp 4, Figs. 1-3, 5.] from [].

    Feeding changed to [Reportedly a good algae-eater.] from [Reportedly a good algae-eater. ].
  • Feb 03, 06:30 (Loricariidae)
    [changes]
    Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

    Literature changed to [Histoire naturelle des poissons v. 15, pp 508.
    Armbruster, J.W. (2005). Neotrop. ichthyol., 3(4):549-569.]
    from [Histoire naturelle des poissons v. 15, pp 508.].

    Literature_url changed to [https://doi.org/10.1590/S1679-62252005000400013] from [].

    Genus_identification changed to [Adult Lasiancistrus can be separated from all other loricariids by the presence of whisker-like odontodes on the cheeks. In addition, they have evertible cheek odontodes; three rows of plates on the caudal peduncle; and a modified, bar-shaped opercle. The caudal fin is slightly emarginate to forked, with the lower lobe longer than upper. Nuptial males have tentacules on the pectoral-fin spines longer than their associated odontodes; and transluscent tentacules on the snout that have odontodes associated with them. Nuptial males lack hypertrophied odontodes on top of the head and lack long, bristle-like odontodes on the leading edge of the pectoral-fin spine.] from [Adult Lasiancistrus can be separated from all other loricariids by the presence of whisker-like odontodes on the cheeks. In addition, they have evertible cheek odontodes; three rows of plates on the caudal peduncle; and a modified, bar-shaped opercle. The caudal fin is slightly emarginate to forked, with the lower lobe longer than upper. Nuptial males have tentacules on the pectoral-fin spines longer than their associated odontodes; and transluscent tentacules on the snout that have odontodes associated with them. Nuptial males lack hypertrophied odontodes on top of the head and lack long, bristle-like odontodes on the leading edge of the pectoral-fin spine.].

    Identification changed to [L. guacharote is one of two described species of Trans-Andean Lasiancistrus (the other being L. mayoloi) which possess a dark body color with light spots on the head and nape. L. guacharote can be distinguished from L. mayoloi by the former having one to a few small bony plates in the abdominal skin medial to the insertion of each pectoral spine. Additionally, L. guacharote is covered with round spots on the head and body, whereas L. mayoloi has ovoid, triangular or irregular spots restricted to the head and nape, with wavy stripes on the lateral flanks.] from [].

    Genus_sexing changed to [Snout of nuptial males almost square (vs. rounded in females and juveniles). Adult males of most species (except Lasiancistrus tentaculatus) with whisker-like odontodes at anterolateral corner of snout; males of L. tentaculatus have tentacules instead of whisker-like odontodes along anterior margin of snout. Nuptial males have tentacules longer than their associated odontodes on the pectoral-fin spine.] from [Snout of nuptial males almost square (vs. rounded in females and juveniles). Adult males of most species (except Lasiancistrus tentaculatus) with whisker-like odontodes at anterolateral corner of snout; males of L. tentaculatus have tentacules instead of whisker-like odontodes along anterior margin of snout. Nuptial males have tentacules longer than their associated odontodes on the pectoral-fin spine.].

    Distribution changed to [South America: Lake Maracaibo basin, Venezuela and Colombia.] from [Central America: Puerto Rico.].
  • Feb 01, 13:57 (Trichomycteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Datovo, Ochoa, Vita, Presti, Ohara & Pinna] from [].

    Year changed to [2023] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

    Type_locality changed to [Rio Ipixuna, mouth of Lago Comprido, rio Purus drainage, Amazon basin, Humaitá Municipality, Amazonas State, Brazil, 07°30'37"S, 63°20'23"W.] from [].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [-7.5102777777778] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [-63.339722222222] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Neotropical Ichthyology v. 21 (no. 3): e230076, pp 4, Figs. 1-9.] from [].
  • Feb 01, 13:56 (Amphiliidae)
    [changes]
    Year changed to [1930] from [1929].

    Type_locality changed to [Louessé River, affluent of Kouilou River, Gabon.] from [Louessé River, affluent of Kouilou River, Gabon.].

    Genus_etymology changed to [Amphilius: Not clear; probably from the Greek amphi, meaning both sides and leios, meaning smooth.] from [Amphilius: Not clear; probably from the Greek amphi, meaning both sides and leios, meaning smooth.].

    Literature changed to [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 54 (no. 6) [for 1929], pp 640, Fig. 1.] from [Bulletin de la Société Zoologique de France v. 54, pp 640, Fig. 1.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Most amphiliid species are found in fast-flowing water of clear, rocky streams at high elevations or rapids of large lowland rivers (Berra 2001; Roberts 2003).basins (Seegers et al. 2003). Species of Amphilius are adapted for fast flow and rocky habitats (Skelton 1986). Morphological adaptations for these habitats include expanded pectoral and pelvic fins with a thickened first ray, depressed body, dorsally directed eyes and reduced swim bladder (Skelton 1986; Walsh et al. 2000). The large pelvic fins form, in conjunction with the body, a feeble sucking disc that enables the fish to cling to rocks (Jackson 1961b).] from [Most amphiliid species are found in fast-flowing water of clear, rocky streams at high elevations or rapids of large lowland rivers (Berra 2001; Roberts 2003).basins (Seegers et al. 2003). Species of Amphilius are adapted for fast flow and rocky habitats (Skelton 1986). Morphological adaptations for these habitats include expanded pectoral and pelvic fins with a thickened first ray, depressed body, dorsally directed eyes and reduced swim bladder (Skelton 1986; Walsh et al. 2000). The large pelvic fins form, in conjunction with the body, a feeble sucking disc that enables the fish to cling to rocks (Jackson 1961b).].

    Genus_feeding changed to [The diet of Amphilius species has been reported to consist predominantly of benthic aquatic insects (Marriott et al. 1997; Skelton 2001; Walsh et al. 2000).] from [The diet of Amphilius species has been reported to consist predominantly of benthic aquatic insects (Marriott et al. 1997; Skelton 2001; Walsh et al. 2000).].
  • Feb 01, 13:56 (Sisoridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Radhakrishnan, Sivanpillai & Ng] from [Radhakrishnan, Sureshkumar & Ng].

    Genus_identification changed to [Members of the genus Pseudolaguvia are small erethistid catfishes inhabiting hill streams and large rivers in the area bordered by the Ganges River drainage (northern India) to the west and the Sittang River drainage (east-central Myanmar) to the east. They can be distinguished from other sisorids by their small size,a combination of a thoracic adhesive apparatus with a median depression and prominent postcoracoid processes.] from [Members of the genus Pseudolaguvia are small erethistid catfishes inhabiting hill streams and large rivers in the area bordered by the Ganges River drainage (northern India) to the west and the Sittang River drainage (east-central Myanmar) to the east. They can be distinguished from other sisorids by their small size,a combination of a thoracic adhesive apparatus with a median depression and prominent postcoracoid processes.].

    Identification changed to [Pseudolaguvia austrina is diagnosed from congeners in having a color pattern consisting largely of uniform pale brown body ( vs. color pattern of mottled brown body or brown body with a pattern of pale patches or transversebands), a strongly projecting snout in which the premaxillary teeth are almost entirely exposed (vs. barely exposed) when the mouth is closed , and a shorter (8.8-14.7 % SL vs. 13.9-25.6) and deeper caudal peduncle (10.3-14.7 % SL, vs.5.0-9.0). The field of the thoracic adhesive apparatus of P. austrina is also more rhomboidal, which differs from the more elongate, elliptical shape seen in all congeners except P. foveolata.] from [Pseudolaguvia austrina is diagnosed from congeners in having a color pattern consisting largely of uniform pale brown body ( vs. color pattern of mottled brown body or brown body with a pattern of pale patches or transversebands), a strongly projecting snout in which the premaxillary teeth are almost entirely exposed (vs. barely exposed) when the mouth is closed , and a shorter (8.8-14.7 % SL vs. 13.9-25.6) and deeper caudal peduncle (10.3-14.7 % SL, vs.5.0-9.0). The field of the thoracic adhesive apparatus of P. austrina is also more rhomboidal, which differs from the more elongate, elliptical shape seen in all congeners except P. foveolata.].

    General changed to [It is very likely that this species has not been exported for the trade as yet but general care will be very similar to that of other Pseudolaguvia species. This is the first record of this genus in peninsular India.] from [It is very likely that this species has not been exported for the trade as yet but general care will be very similar to that of other Pseudolaguvia species. This is the first record of this genus in peninsular India.].

    Water changed to [The water should be cool and heavily oxygenated with a good flow as these fish occur in hill streams. Anything above 25 C will hamper long term survival as these fish tend to burn away at higher temperatures. Pseudolaguvia austrina was collected from the small crevices of a sand barrier built across the river with a moderate water depth (ca.15 cm) and current velocity (0.25-0.40 m · s–1). The habitat was riffle-pool type. The water was well oxygenated with dissolved oxygen 7-8 ppm and a pH of 7.5-8.0. Some of the specimens were also collected from the adjoining clayey area with clumps of leaf litter. Samplings were carried out during the hot and dry fortnight periods in premonsoon season, during March, when water was clear and atmospheric temperature 32-35 °C.] from [The water should be cool and heavily oxygenated with a good flow as these fish occur in hill streams. Anything above 25 C will hamper long term survival as these fish tend to burn away at higher temperatures. Pseudolaguvia austrina was collected from the small crevices of a sand barrier built across the river with a moderate water depth (ca.15 cm) and current velocity (0.25-0.40 m · s–1). The habitat was riffle-pool type. The water was well oxygenated with dissolved oxygen 7-8 ppm and a pH of 7.5-8.0. Some of the specimens were also collected from the adjoining clayey area with clumps of leaf litter. Samplings were carried out during the hot and dry fortnight periods in premonsoon season, during March, when water was clear and atmospheric temperature 32-35 °C.].

    Genus_tankmates changed to [Cyprinids like Barilius and Danio and Balitorine loaches like Homaloptera species.] from [Cyprinids like Barilius and Danio and Balitorine loaches like Homaloptera species.].

    Tankmates changed to [Cyprinids like Barilius and Danios and Balitorine loaches like Homaloptera species. Other species collected along with P.austrina include Glyptothorax madraspatanum (Sisoridae), Lepidocephalichthys thermalis (Cobitidae) and Glossogobius giuris (Gobiidae).] from [Cyprinids like Barilius and Danios and Balitorine loaches like Homaloptera species. Other species collected along with P.austrina include Glyptothorax madraspatanum (Sisoridae), Lepidocephalichthys thermalis (Cobitidae) and Glossogobius giuris (Gobiidae).].
  • Jan 29, 12:13 Imparfinis mishky (Heptapteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Almirón, Casciotta, Bechara, Ruíz Díaz, Bruno, d] from [Almirón, Casciotta, Bechara, Ruíz Díaz, Bruno].

    Type_locality changed to [Esteros del Iberá, río Corriente, Capitá Miní, 28°53'15.3"S, 58°22'02.7"W, Río Paraná basin, Argentina.] from [Esteros del Iberá, río Corriente, Capitá Miní, 28°53'15.3"S, 58°22'02.7"W, Río Paraná basin, Argentina.].

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