Onde vive Cascudo-leopardo?

Cascudo-leopardo vive em habitats específicos. Saber onde procurar ajuda a encontrá-lo e identificá-lo.

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Tipo de água

freshwater

Profundidade

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often near the bottom, but can range from surface to several meters.

Ambiente

Prefers slow-moving to still waters of rivers, lakes, floodplains, and oxbow lakes. Commonly found in areas with abundant submerged vegetation, driftwood, and rocky substrates, which provide cover and foraging opportunities. Tolerant of a wide range of water conditions, including low oxygen levels.

Distribuição geográfica

Native to the Amazon River basin in South America, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador. Introduced and established in many parts of the world, including North America (e.g., Florida, Texas), Asia (e.g., Singapore, Malaysia), and other tropical regions, where it is often considered an invasive species.

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