All Fishes LORICARIIDAEHypostominae ⇒ The genus Paralithoxus

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SpeciesThere are 16 "species" in our database. Paralithoxus mocidade has the most images (i: 8).
PronunciationPAH rah lith OX uss
EtymologyGreek: Para = The side of + lithos = stone + oxys = sharp.
FurnitureAll species of Paralithoxus are adapted to high-energy waters, occupying cracks or crevices on rocks in clear fast-moving rivers with rapids and rocky/sandy substrates.
SizeSmallest 41 mm, largest 70 mm, average 60mm, most commonly 70mm. All SL.
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