Tietê Pacu

Descrição

Myleus tiete is a species of serrasalmid fish endemic to the Tietê River basin in Brazil. It is characterized by its deep, laterally compressed body and a distinctive coloration that can vary with age and habitat. This species is primarily herbivorous, feeding on plant matter, and plays an important role in its ecosystem as a primary consumer. It is known for its robust body and relatively large size among its genus.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

compressed

Coloração

Adults typically exhibit a silvery-grey body with a darker dorsal region and lighter ventral side. Juveniles may have more pronounced dark spots or vertical bars that fade with age. Fins are often dusky or reddish, especially the anal and caudal fins in mature males.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Deep, laterally compressed body, Relatively small head in proportion to body, Strong, bicuspid or tricuspid teeth adapted for herbivory, Adipose fin present, Males may develop a more pronounced nuchal hump during breeding season

Nadadeira dorsal

Single dorsal fin, relatively high, with 16-19 rays. The first few rays are often elongated in mature males.

Nadadeira caudal

Forked caudal fin, typically symmetrical.

Nadadeira peitoral

Well-developed pectoral fins, positioned low on the body.

Nadadeiras características

Anal fin is long, with 25-30 rays, and often reddish in color. Pelvic fins are small and located abdominally. Adipose fin is small and fleshy.

Dicas de identificação

Habitat

Tipo de água

freshwater

Profundidade

Typically found in shallow to moderately deep waters, often near submerged vegetation or rocky structures.

Ambiente

Prefers clear to slightly turbid waters of rivers and larger streams, particularly in areas with moderate current and abundant aquatic vegetation or submerged wood. It is often associated with marginal vegetation and flooded forests during high water periods.

Distribuição geográfica

Endemic to the Tietê River basin, São Paulo State, Brazil.

Informações sobre aquário

• Nível de cuidado: advanced
• Temperamento: semi-aggressive
• Alimentação: herbivore
• Tamanho mínimo do aquário: 500 gallons
• Temperatura: 24-28°C (75-82°F)
• Nível de pH: 6.0-7.5
• Dureza da água: 5-15 dGH
• Compatibilidade: Best kept in a species-specific tank or with other large, robust, herbivorous or omnivorous fish that can tolerate its semi-aggressive nature. Avoid small or fin-nipping species.
• Requisitos especiais: Requires a very large aquarium with strong filtration and ample swimming space. Provide plenty of plant matter (live or blanched vegetables) as a primary food source. Substrate should be soft, and decor should be robust and not easily disturbed. Good aeration is essential.

Informações no ambiente natural

• Estado de conservação: vulnerable
• Sazonalidade: Spawning typically occurs during the rainy season, usually from November to February, when water levels are higher and food resources are abundant.
• Preço de mercado: Varies, generally low for food fish, moderate for ornamental trade (when available)
• Importância comercial: low
• Sabor: Mild, slightly earthy
• Textura: Firm, flaky white flesh
• Métodos de preparo: Grilled, Baked, Fried, Stewed
• Valor nutricional: Good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

Fatos principais

Espécies similares

Classificação científica

Reino

Animalia

Filo

Chordata

Classe

Actinopterygii

Ordem

Characiformes

Família

Serrasalmidae

Gênero

Myleus

Espécie

Myleus tiete

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