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Hypostomus velhochico

Hypostomus velhochico

Brazil
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest, Grassland, Freshwater

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Paratypes: 5 lots, 5 specimens — NUP 12064, 1, 66.6 mm SL: Brazil, Minas Gerais, Presidente Juscelino, rio Cipó, tributary of rio das Velhas, rio São Francisco basin, 18 ° 41 ’ 04 ” S, 43 ° 59 ’ 18 ” W, P. S. Pompeu & C. B. M. Alves, 18 Aug 2001. NUP 12065, 1, 92.6 mm SL: Brazil, Minas Gerais, Pirapora, rio das Velhas, tributary to rio São Francisco, 17 ° 14 ’ 47 ” S, 44 ° 49 ’ 16 ” W, P. S. Pompeu & C. B. M. Alves, 27 Jun 2007. NUP 12066, 1, 82.8 mm SL: Brazil, Minas Gerais, Santana do Pirapama, rio das Velhas, rio São Francisco basin, 18 ° 53 ’ 22 ” S, 44 ° 08 ’ 15 ” W, P. S. Pompeu & C. B. M. Alves, 13 Jan 2007. NUP 12067, 1, 80.2 mm SL: Brazil, Minas Gerais, Santana do Pirapama, rio das Velhas, rio São Francisco basin, 19 ° 31 ’ 50 ” S, 43 ° 55 ’ 33 ” W, P. S. Pompeu & C. B. M. Alves, 29 Jun 2000. NUP 16260, 1, 51.1 mm SL: Brazil, Minas Gerais, Formoso, rio Cariranha, tributary to rio Preto, rio São Francisco basin, Parque Nacional Grande Sertão Veredas, 15 ° 07 ’ 10 ” S, 45 ° 45 ’ 21 ” W, M. L. Ribeiro, V. Perdigão & E. C. Lopes, 28 Apr 1999.
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Hypostomus velhochico is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, grassland, freshwater, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Hypostomus velhochico.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeBrazil
Habitat RangeForest, Grassland, Freshwater
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificHypostomus velhochico
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyLoricariidae