Apteronotidae (Ghost knifefishes), subfamily: Apteronotinae |
33.9 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
South America: Orinoco, Meta, Apure and Negro River basins. |
Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 0-0; Anal soft rays: 164-190. Can be recognized by its elongated body and tail length(35-48% in length to end of anal fin); greatest body depth 10-12%; 5-7 rows of large scales above lateral line; pectoral rays ii, 13-14; anal rays 164-190. |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 20 July 2020 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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