GYMNOTUS CARAPO PDF

Gymnotus carapo Linnaeus, Taxonomic (Download Help) Gymnotus carapo TSN Notes: Reference for: Gymnotus carapo, banded knifefish . The banded knife fish Gymnotus carapo is among the most widely distributed, broadly adapted (eurytopic), and phenotypically variable fish species in South. Download scientific diagram | Geographic variation in Gymnotus carapo. from publication: Seven new species of the Neotropical electric fish Gymnotus (Teleo- .

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This page was last edited on 13 Julyat Gymnotoidei from Middle America, with a key to species of Gymnotus”.

Subscription Login to verify subscription. Gymnotu responds to vibratory stimuli water waves: Moderate vulnerability 37 of Large stones and pieces of bogwoodtwisted roots, and live plants all look good.

Gymnotus carapo Linnaeus, – Gymnote rayé – Présentation

It also possesses electroreceptors, which allow the fish to receive electrical signals. By using this site, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The male takes care of the young by mouth broodingand making and watching over a “nest”, a depression in the bottom where the female lays the eggs. Proceedings of the Biological Society of Washington.

The banded knife fish Gymnotus carapo is among cwrapo most widely distributed, broadly adapted eurytopicand phenotypically variable fish species in South America, with a geographic range of about 14 million craapo 2from the Llanos of Venezuela to the Pampas of northern Argentina.

Banded knifefish – Wikipedia

Retrieved from ” https: Old illustrations uppermost showing shape well, lower typical colors. This makes it the most widespread species of Gymnotus.

More larvae are spread out in leaf litter up to 2 m away Ref. The banded knifefish Gymnotus carapo is a species of gymniform knifefish native to a wide range of freshwater habitats in South America.

It also has a modified swimbladder that acts as an accessory breathing organ.

Banded knifefish

Gymnotidae Weakly electric fish Fish described in The male sits on a depression with its anal fin expanded horizontally guarding a cluster of larvae. Mouth brooding by males is observed in this species Ref. Parental care is provided by the male.

You can sponsor this page. Sounds Ciguatera Speed Swim. Tends to inhabit sluggish or still waters and seems to prefer turbid environments. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Estimates of some properties based on models Phylogenetic diversity index Ref.

Banded Knifefish

The strength and details of this pattern varies, both individually and depending on region. Abstract The banded knife fish Gymnotus carapo is among the most widely distributed, broadly adapted eurytopicand phenotypically variable fish species in South America, with a geographic range of about 14 million km 2from the Llanos of Venezuela to the Pampas of northern Argentina.

Articles with ‘species’ microformats. Entered by Torres, Armi G. Feeds mainly at night on worms, insects e. Uses its long anal fin for locomotion. Summary page Point data Common names Photos. You must be logged in to post a comment.

Found also in shallow edges of streams Ref. Email this article Login required. Ctenobrycon and Curimata and plant matter Ref.

A very widespread species gymbotus both Central and South America.

Carapi auditory abilities, responding best to a frequency of Hz, with an upper limit above Hz Ref. Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: The genus Gymnotus has undergone considerable taxonomic revision in recent years, with over 20 new ggymnotus being described sinceincluding several that were originally considered to be G.

Possible tankmates include large, robust cichlids such as Cichla or Geophagus sp. Males provide parental care in nests excavated for eggs and larvae Ref.