How to Identify Jauari

To identify Jauari (Luciopimelodus pati), look at these key features.

Physical Characteristics

Body shape

elongated

Coloration

Dorsal surface is typically dark grey to olive-brown, fading to silvery-white on the flanks and belly. Fins are often dusky or yellowish. Juveniles may exhibit faint spots or mottling that fade with age.

Scale type

none

Mouth position

terminal

Distinctive features

Long, slender body, Three pairs of barbels, with the maxillary barbels extending well beyond the pectoral fins, sometimes reaching the caudal fin base, Large, deeply forked caudal fin, Adipose fin present and relatively large, Absence of scales

Dorsal fin

Single, short-based dorsal fin with a strong, serrated spine and 6-7 soft rays. Adipose fin is prominent.

Tail fin

Deeply forked caudal fin with pointed lobes.

Pectoral fin

Pectoral fins are relatively long and pointed, each with a strong, serrated spine.

Distinctive fins

The strong, serrated spines in the dorsal and pectoral fins are characteristic of many pimelodid catfishes.

Identification Tips

1. 1

   Body Shape and Coloration

   Look for the elongated, silvery body with a darker dorsal surface. The lack of scales is a key catfish characteristic.

2. 2

   Barbels

   The extremely long maxillary barbels, often extending past the pectoral fins, are a primary identifier for Luciopimelodus pati.

3. 3

   Caudal Fin

   The deeply forked caudal fin is distinctive and aids in rapid swimming.

4. 4

   Fin Spines

   Presence of strong, serrated spines in the dorsal and pectoral fins.

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