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Species Profile Updates

  • Aug 12, 22:13 Glyptothorax rhadinus (Sisoridae) New Species
  • Aug 12, 22:13 Glyptothorax carnatus (Sisoridae) New Species
  • Aug 12, 12:25 Exostoma microadiposa (Sisoridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Chen, Tan & He] from [Chen, Tan & He].

    Type_locality changed to [Zayul River [Lohit River], upper Brahmaputra River basin, south Tibet, China.] from [].

    Literature changed to [Journal of Ichthyology v. 65 (no. 2), pp 192, Figs.] from [Journal of Ichthyology v. 65, pp Figs.].
  • Aug 12, 10:57 Propimelodus lobatus (Pimelodidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Torrico-Destre, Careaga & Carvajal-Vallejos] from [Torrico-Destre, Careaga & Carvajal-Vallejos].

    Literature changed to [Journal of Ichthyology v. 65 (no. 2), pp 182, Figs. 1-4.] from [Journal of Ichthyology v. 65, pp Fig.].
  • Aug 12, 08:27 (Sisoridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Vijayakrishnan & Shinde] from [Vijayakrishnan & Shinde].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [-].

    Type_locality changed to [Ganges River at Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India.] from [India: Uttarakhand: Ganges River at Haridwar.].

    Type_loc_notes changed to [Glyptothorax himalaicus was collected from a shallow, fast-flowing stream with a predominantly sandy bottom with cobblestone and pebbles as substrates. Co-occurring fishes include Glyptothorax bhurainu, Garra sp., Botia almorhae, Labeo sp., and Tariqilabeo latius.] from [Glyptothorax himalaicus was collected from a shallow, fast-flowing stream with a predominantly sandy bottom with cobblestone and pebbles as substrates. Co-occurring fishes include Glyptothorax bhurainu, Garra sp., Botia almorhae, Labeo sp., and Tariqilabeo latius.].

    Literature changed to [Zootaxa 5613 (no. 3), pp 508, Figs. 3c-d, 4b, 5b, 8, 9.] from [].

    Genus_identification changed to [Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).] from [Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).].
  • Aug 12, 08:27 (Sisoridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Vijayakrishnan & Shinde] from [Vijayakrishnan & Shinde].

    Type_locality changed to [Ganges River at Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India.] from [India: Uttarakhand: Ganges River at Haridwar.].

    Type_loc_notes changed to [Glyptothorax bhurainu was collected from a shallow, fast-flowing stream with a predominantly sandy bottom with cobblestone and pebbles as major substrates . Co-occurring fishes include Glyptothorax himalaicus, Garra sp., Botia almorhae, Labeo sp., and Tariqilabeo latius.] from [Glyptothorax bhurainu was collected from a shallow, fast-flowing stream with a predominantly sandy bottom with cobblestone and pebbles as major substrates . Co-occurring fishes include Glyptothorax himalaicus, Garra sp., Botia almorhae, Labeo sp., and Tariqilabeo latius.].

    Literature changed to [Zootaxa 5613 (no. 3), pp 501, Figs.1-3a-b, 4a, 5a.] from [].

    Genus_identification changed to [Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).] from [Sisorid catfishes of the genus Glyptothorax Blyth are benthic inhabitants of torrential waters of rivers and streams in montane and submontane parts of tropical Asia. The members of the genus are adapted to attach themselves to rocks and boulders against strong currents by means of a thoracic adhesive apparatus comprising grooves and folded pleats of skin parallel or oblique to the longitudinal axis of the body. The genus has a wide distribution, ranging from Turkey and Syria in the west, to India and China in the east, and extending further southeastward to Indonesia. With 84 nominal species, Glyptothorax are the most speciose genus of catfishes in Asia (Eschmeyer et al., 1998, Ng, 2005); 67 species were treated as valid by Thomson & Page (2006).].
  • Aug 12, 08:27 Imparfinis mishky (Heptapteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Almirón, Casciotta, Bechara, Ruíz Díaz, Bruno, d] from [Almirón, Casciotta, Bechara, Ruíz Díaz, Bruno].

    Type_locality changed to [Esteros del Iberá, río Corriente, Capitá Miní, 28°53'15.3"S, 58°22'02.7"W, Río Paraná basin, Argentina.] from [Esteros del Iberá, río Corriente, Capitá Miní, 28°53'15.3"S, 58°22'02.7"W, Río Paraná basin, Argentina.].
  • Aug 12, 08:27 (Sisoridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Ng & Kottelat] from [Ng & Kottelat].

    Type_locality changed to [Nam Moc at about 3 km downstream of Hin Taad Fa [waterfall], about 7 km S of Khang Vieng, Nam Kading watershed, Mekong River drainage, Xieng-khouang Province. Laos, 18°51'44"N, 103°59'16"E, elevation 804 meters.] from [Nam Moc at about 3 km downstream of Hin Taad Fa [waterfall], about 7 km S of Khang Vieng, Nam Kading watershed, Mekong River drainage, Xieng-khouang Province. Laos, 18°51'44"N, 103°59'16"E, elevation 804 meters.].

    Literature changed to [Ichthyological Research v. 72 (no. 3), pp 2, Figs. 1-2.] from [Ichthyological Research First online, pp 2, Figs. 1-2.].

    Genus_identification changed to [A key to the species of the genus Oreoglanis is found HERE.] from [A key to the species of the genus Oreoglanis is found HERE.].
  • Aug 12, 08:26 (Auchenoglanididae)
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    Type_locality changed to [Near Logobaba, Cameroon, 4°02'N, 9°45'E.] from [Near Logobaba, Cameroon (4°02'N, 9°45'W).].

    Type_loc_notes changed to [The original description lists the type locality as "a small stream in the jungle 2 km south of Logobaba (4°2' N, 9°45' E of Gr.)." The correct longitude should be 9.75, not -9.75.] from [The original description lists the type locality as "a small stream in the jungle 2 km south of Logobaba (4°2' N, 9°45' E of Gr.)." The correct longitude should be 9.75, not -9.75.].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [4.0333333333333] from [4.0333333333].

    Genus_etymology changed to [Parauchenoglanis: The Greek prefix para means near; in reference to the resemblance to Auchenoglanis.] from [Parauchenoglanis: The Greek prefix para means near; in reference to the resemblance to Auchenoglanis.].

    Etymology changed to [monkei, in honor of Dr. H. Monke who collected the holotype.] from [monkei, in honor of Dr. H. Monke who collected the holotype.].

    Genus_identification changed to [In all Parauchenoglanis the small eyes are not covered by a transparent skin (having a free border). The first dorsal spine is small, the second large and strong followed by seven branched fin rays (rarely eight). Pectoral fin with one spine and 7-8 branched rays, pelvic fin with six rays (of which five are branched), anal fin with 6-10 branched rays. Edge of caudal is straight or rounded.] from [In all Parauchenoglanis the small eyes are not covered by a transparent skin (having a free border). The first dorsal spine is small, the second large and strong followed by seven branched fin rays (rarely eight). Pectoral fin with one spine and 7-8 branched rays, pelvic fin with six rays (of which five are branched), anal fin with 6-10 branched rays. Edge of caudal is straight or rounded.].

    Identification changed to [For P. guttatus overall coloration light brown to greyish brown with five or six (exceptionally four or seven) dark vertical bands on flanks, that sometimes appear to consist of very large, merging spots. Small spots may be present between these bands, as well as on head and fins. As in most Parauchenoglanis species, the degree of pigmentation may vary between individual specimens.] from [For P. guttatus overall coloration light brown to greyish brown with five or six (exceptionally four or seven) dark vertical bands on flanks, that sometimes appear to consist of very large, merging spots. Small spots may be present between these bands, as well as on head and fins. As in most Parauchenoglanis species, the degree of pigmentation may vary between individual specimens.].

    General changed to [See also Oefvers. Svensk. Vet. Akad. Förh.1895 (no. 3) - pp184 Fresh and Brackish Water Fishes of Lower Guinea, West Central Africa, Stiassny, Teugels, Hopkins, pg.603 Geerinckx T., Adriaens D., Teugels G.G. & Verraes W., 2004. A systematic revision of the African catfish genus Parauchenoglanis Boulenger, 1911 (Siluriformes: Claroteidae). Journal of Natural History, 38 (6): 775-803. Geerinckx T., Risch L., Vreven E., Adriaens D. & Teugels G.G., 2007. Claroteidae. In Poissons d’eaux douces et saumâtres de Basse Guinée, ouest de l’Afrique Centrale – The fresh and brackish water fishes of Lower Guinea, West Central Africa (Stiassny M.L.J., Teugels G.G. & Hopkins C.D., eds). RMCA (Tervuren) & IRD (Paris), p. 586-629; and Sithole et al. (2024). Nine in one: Integrative taxonomic evidence of hidden species diversity in the widespread Zambezi grunter, Parauchenoglanis ngamensis (Siluriformes: Auchenoglanididae), from southern and south-central Africa. Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society, 202(3), zlae121.] from [See also Oefvers. Svensk. Vet. Akad. Förh.1895 (no. 3) - pp184 Fresh and Brackish Water Fishes of Lower Guinea, West Central Africa, Stiassny, Teugels, Hopkins, pg.603 Geerinckx T., Adriaens D., Teugels G.G. & Verraes W., 2004. A systematic revision of the African catfish genus Parauchenoglanis Boulenger, 1911 (Siluriformes: Claroteidae). Journal of Natural History, 38 (6): 775-803. Geerinckx T., Risch L., Vreven E., Adriaens D. & Teugels G.G., 2007. Claroteidae. In Poissons d’eaux douces et saumâtres de Basse Guinée, ouest de l’Afrique Centrale – The fresh and brackish water fishes of Lower Guinea, West Central Africa (Stiassny M.L.J., Teugels G.G. & Hopkins C.D., eds). RMCA (Tervuren) & IRD (Paris), p. 586-629; and Sithole et al. (2024). Nine in one: Integrative taxonomic evidence of hidden species diversity in the widespread Zambezi grunter, Parauchenoglanis ngamensis (Siluriformes: Auchenoglanididae), from southern and south-central Africa. Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society, 202(3), zlae121.].
  • Aug 12, 08:26 (Nemacheilidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Pellegrin & Chevey] from [Pellegrin & Chevey].
  • Aug 12, 08:26 Amphilius engelbrechti (Amphiliidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Mazungula & Chakona] from [Mazungula & Chakona].

    Type_locality changed to [Waterhoutboom River, bridge on road from Graskop to Bushbuckridge, Inkomati River system, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, 24°57'19.9"S, 30°54'31.20"E.] from [Inkomati River, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa.].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [-24.955527777778] from [-24.9555].

    Type_loc_long changed to [30.908666666667] from [30.9087].

    Genus_etymology changed to [Amphilius: Not clear; probably from the Greek amphi, meaning both sides and leios, meaning smooth.] from [Amphilius: Not clear; probably from the Greek amphi, meaning both sides and leios, meaning smooth.].

    Literature changed to [Journal of Fish Biology v. 99 (no. 1), pp 231, Fig. 9.] from [Journal of Fish Biology v. 99 (no. 1), pp Fig.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Most amphiliid species are found in fast-flowing water of clear, rocky streams at high elevations or rapids of large lowland rivers (Berra 2001; Roberts 2003).basins (Seegers et al. 2003). Species of Amphilius are adapted for fast flow and rocky habitats (Skelton 1986). Morphological adaptations for these habitats include expanded pectoral and pelvic fins with a thickened first ray, depressed body, dorsally directed eyes and reduced swim bladder (Skelton 1986; Walsh et al. 2000). The large pelvic fins form, in conjunction with the body, a feeble sucking disc that enables the fish to cling to rocks (Jackson 1961b).] from [Most amphiliid species are found in fast-flowing water of clear, rocky streams at high elevations or rapids of large lowland rivers (Berra 2001; Roberts 2003).basins (Seegers et al. 2003). Species of Amphilius are adapted for fast flow and rocky habitats (Skelton 1986). Morphological adaptations for these habitats include expanded pectoral and pelvic fins with a thickened first ray, depressed body, dorsally directed eyes and reduced swim bladder (Skelton 1986; Walsh et al. 2000). The large pelvic fins form, in conjunction with the body, a feeble sucking disc that enables the fish to cling to rocks (Jackson 1961b).].

    Genus_feeding changed to [The diet of Amphilius species has been reported to consist predominantly of benthic aquatic insects (Marriott et al. 1997; Skelton 2001; Walsh et al. 2000).] from [The diet of Amphilius species has been reported to consist predominantly of benthic aquatic insects (Marriott et al. 1997; Skelton 2001; Walsh et al. 2000).].
  • Aug 12, 08:25 (Trichomycteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [dos Reis, Ferrer & da Graça] from [Reis, Ferrer & Graça].

    Type_locality changed to [Unnamed tributary to the Rio da Areia, lower Rio Iguaçu basin, Rio Paraná system, municipality of Cruz Machado, Paraná State, Brazil, 25°56'48"S, 51°23'45"W, elevation about 800 meters.] from [Unnamed tributary to the Rio da Areia, lower Rio Iguaçu basin, Rio Paraná system, municipality of Cruz Machado, Paraná State, Brazil, 25°56'48"S, 51°23'45"W, elevation about 800 meters.].
  • Aug 12, 08:25 Campellolebias dorsimaculatus (Rivulidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Costa, Lacerda & Brasil] from [Costa, Lacerda & Brasil].

    Type_locality changed to [Pool at forest edge, 24°37'S, 47°30'W [corrected to 24°40'0.4"S, 47°26'4.4"W], Iguapé, Estado de São Paulo, Brazil, elevation 10 meters.] from [Pool at forest edge, 24°37'S, 47°30'W [corrected to 24°40'0.4"S, 47°26'4.4"W, alt. 10 m], Iguapé, Estado de São Paulo, Brazil.].
  • Aug 12, 08:25 (Gobionidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Lo, Yao & Chen] from [Lu, Luo & Chen].
  • Aug 12, 08:25 (Gobionidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Lo, Yao & Chen] from [Lu, Luo & Chen].
  • Aug 12, 08:24 (Nemacheilidae)
    [changes]
    Type_locality changed to [Lez River, Hérault Department, Mediterranean basin, France [fresh waters of Europe and Asia].] from [Fresh waters of Europe and Asia.].
  • Aug 12, 08:14 (Cyprinidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Chen & Huang] from [Chen & Huang].
  • Aug 12, 08:13 (Gobionidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Lo, Yao & Chen] from [Lo, Yao & Chen].
  • Aug 12, 08:12 Stenolicmus sarmientoi (Trichomycteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [de Pinna & Starnes] from [].

    Year changed to [1990] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

    Type_locality changed to [Río Matos, tributary of Río Apere, 48 kilometers east of San Borja, Ballivia Province, Depto. Beni, Bolivia, 14°55'S, 66°17'W.] from [].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [-14.916666666667] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [-66.283333333333] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Journal of Zoology (London) v. 222 (pt 1), pp 77, Fig. 1-2.] from [].
  • Aug 10, 11:11 (Callichthyidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Tencatt, Ohara, Carvalho, Grant & Britto] from [].

    Year changed to [2025] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [-].

    Type_locality changed to [Igarapé do Buriti (locally known as igarapé Sonrizal), rio Tapajós basin, Jacareacanga, Pará, Brazil, approximately 06°13'S, 57°55'W.] from [Brazil. Mato Grosso, upper Tapajos drainage.].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [-6.2166666666667] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [-57.916666666667] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Neotropical Ichthyology v. 23 (no. 1): e240100, pp 6, Figs. 1-3A, 4-14, 17-18.] from [].

    Genus_feeding changed to [Will readily accepted all prepared foods that reach the bottom of the aquarium such as tablets, granules and larger flakes. Live (or frozen) foods such as bloodworm, white worm, grindal worm (Enchytraeus), Daphnia and Tubifex are readily accepted and good for conditioning groups of fishes for spawning.] from [Will readily accepted all prepared foods that reach the bottom of the aquarium such as tablets, granules and larger flakes. Live (or frozen) foods such as bloodworm, white worm, grindal worm (Enchytraeus), Daphnia and Tubifex are readily accepted and good for conditioning groups of fishes for spawning.].
  • Aug 10, 09:03 Hyaloglanis pulex (Trichomycteridae)
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    Sl changed to [15] from [14].

    Distribution changed to [South America: Paria Grande River , Pamoni River, and Caño Garrapata in Venezuela.] from [Western Guiana highlands in northern Amazonas Territory and western Estado Bolivar, Venezuela. Rio Orinoco basin.].

    Genus_breeding changed to [Unreported in the aquarium.] from [].
  • Aug 10, 09:02 Hyaloglanis obliquus (Trichomycteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Henschel, Bragança, Rangel-Pereira & Costa] from [].

    Year changed to [2020] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

    Type_locality changed to [Sandbank at small stream, Preto da Eva River drainage, Amazon River basin, Rio Preto da Eva municipality, Amazonas State, Brazil, 02°46'27"S, 59°38'58"W, elevation about 20 meters.] from [].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [-2.7741666666667] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [-59.649444444444] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Zoosystematics and Evolution v. 96 (no. 1), pp 68, Figs. 1-5.] from [].
  • Aug 10, 09:01 (Trichomycteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Canto, Hercos & Ribeiro] from [].

    Year changed to [2022] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

    Type_locality changed to [Igarapé Branco, tributary to Aruri Grande, rio Jamanxim drainage, rio Tapajós basin, Itaituba Municipality, Pará State, Brazil, 05°24'9.07"S, 55°52'59.01"W.] from [].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [-5.4025194444444] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [-55.883058333333] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Neotropical Ichthyology v. 20 (no. 2): e210122, pp 3, Figs. 1-4.] from [].

    Genus_identification changed to [Ammoglanis is a genus of diminutive slender trichomycterids. Its original description identified three unique traits for the genus: 1) slender quadrate, its maximum depth about 30% of length of its main axis; 2) expanded anterior tip of interopercle; and 3) premaxilla located posterior to mesethmoid cornu.] from [Ammoglanis is a genus of diminutive slender trichomycterids. Its original description identified three unique traits for the genus: 1) slender quadrate, its maximum depth about 30% of length of its main axis; 2) expanded anterior tip of interopercle; and 3) premaxilla located posterior to mesethmoid cornu.].
  • Aug 10, 09:00 (Trichomycteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Henschel, Lujan & Baskin] from [Henschel, Lujan & Baskin].

    Type_locality changed to [East bank of the Atabapo River mouth, base of Guapasucia Stone, adjacent to the town of San Fernando de Atabapo (middle of the Atabapo River channel), Orinoco basin, Amazonas State, Venezuela, 4°1'53.54"N, 67°41'49.34"W, elevation about 80 meters.] from [East bank of the Atabapo River mouth, base of Guapasucia Stone, adjacent to the town of San Fernando de Atabapo (middle of the Atabapo River channel), Orinoco basin, Amazonas State, Venezuela, 4°1'53.54"N, 67°41'49.34"W, elevation about 80 meters.].

    Genus_identification changed to [Ammoglanis is a genus of diminutive slender trichomycterids. Its original description identified three unique traits for the genus: 1) slender quadrate, its maximum depth about 30% of length of its main axis; 2) expanded anterior tip of interopercle; and 3) premaxilla located posterior to mesethmoid cornu.] from [Ammoglanis is a genus of diminutive slender trichomycterids. Its original description identified three unique traits for the genus: 1) slender quadrate, its maximum depth about 30% of length of its main axis; 2) expanded anterior tip of interopercle; and 3) premaxilla located posterior to mesethmoid cornu.].
  • Aug 10, 08:56 Salpynx ix (Trichomycteridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Wosiacki, Coutinho & de Assis Montag] from [].

    Year changed to [2011] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

    Type_locality changed to [Unnamed igarapé tributary of Igarapé Curuá, tributary of left margin of Rio Amazonas, 0°09'47.6"S, 55°11'01.2"W, Pará State, Brazil.] from [].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [-0.16322222222222] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [-55.183666666667] from [0].

    Literature changed to [Zootaxa No. 2752, pp 63, Figs. 1-3.] from [].
  • Aug 10, 08:52 Salpynx amapaensis (Trichomycteridae)
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    Type_locality changed to [Rio Mapaoni, rio Jari basin, Município Serra do Navio, Parque Nacional Montanhas do Tumucumaque, 2°11'39"N, 54°35'16"W, Estado do Amapá, Brazil.] from [Rio Mapaoni, rio Jari basin, Município Serra do Navio, Parque Nacional Montanhas do Tumucumaque, 2°11'39"N, 54°35'16"E, Estado do Amapá, Brazil.].

    Type_loc_long changed to [-54.587778] from [54.5877778].
  • Aug 10, 08:40 Salpynx trombetensis (Trichomycteridae) New Species
  • Aug 10, 08:39 Salpynx ephebus (Trichomycteridae) New Species
  • Aug 08, 07:17 Psalidodon crenuchoides (Acestrorhamphidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Zarske & Géry] from [Zarske & Géry].

    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].
  • Aug 08, 07:17 Brevidens striatus (Anostomidae)
    [changes]
    Distribution changed to [South America: Orissanga, Paraná, and Paraguay River basins.] from [South America: Orissanga, Paraná, and Paraguay River basins.].
  • Aug 08, 07:17 (Anostomidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Günther] from [Eigenmann].

    Year changed to [1863] from [1912].

    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].

    Type_locality changed to [Essequibo River, Guyana.] from [Maripicru Creek, Guyana.].

    Literature changed to [Annals and Magazine of Natural History (Series 3) v. 12 (no. 72), pp 443.] from [Memoirs of the Carnegie Museum v. 5 (no. 1), pp 307, Pl. 43 (fig. 3).].
  • Aug 08, 07:15 Huso gueldenstaedtii (Acipenseridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Brandt & Ratzeburg] from [Brandt & Ratzeburg].

    Etymology changed to [gueldenstaedtii: Named for Johann Anton Güldenstädt (1745-1781).] from [gueldenstaedtii: Named for Johann Anton Güldenstädt (1745-1781).].
  • Aug 08, 07:15 (Anostomidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Santos, Jégu & Lima] from [Santos, Jégu & Lima].

    Type_locality changed to [Rio Xingu, Cachoeira Kaituka, Pará, Brazil.] from [Rio Xingu, Cachoeira Kaituka, Pará, Brazil.].
  • Aug 08, 07:15 Psalidodon langeanii (Acestrorhamphidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Lima & Moreira] from [Lima & Moreira].

    Type_locality changed to [Kilometer 476.3 of Ferronorte railroad, 17°25'08"S, 53°13'60"W, córrego Mosquito, município de Alto Araguaia, Mato Grosso, Brazil.] from [Kilometer 476.3 of Ferronorte railroad, 17°25'08"S, 53°13'60"W, córrego Mosquito, município de Alto Araguaia, Mato Grosso, Brazil.].
  • Aug 08, 07:14 Neolamprologus multifasciatus (Cichlidae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].
  • Aug 07, 00:48 Neolamprologus calliurus (Cichlidae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].
  • Aug 07, 00:46 Neolamprologus similis (Cichlidae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [y] from [n].

    Type_locality changed to [Southwestern coast of Lake Tanganyika, about 5 kilometers south of village Zongwe, 7°18'S, 30°13'E, Shaba Province, Democratic Republic of Condo.] from [Southwestern coast of Lake Tanganyika, about 5 kilometers south of village Zongwe, 7°18'S, 30°13'E, Shaba Province, Democratic Republic of Condo.].
  • Aug 05, 01:00 Neolamprologus stappersi (Cichlidae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].

    Type_locality changed to [Sambala River, St. Louis, vicinity of Mpala-Tanganyika, Congo DR, about 7°03'Sm 29°39'E.] from [Sambala River, St. Louis, vicinity of Mpala-Tanganyika, Congo DR, about 7°03'Sm 29°39'E.].
  • Aug 05, 00:59 (Loricariidae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Isbrücker & Nijssen] from [Isbrücker & Nijssen].

    Type_locality changed to [Rio Piracicaba, 22°45'S, 47°40'W, Rio Paraná system, São Paulo State, Brazil.] from [Rio Piracicaba, 22°45'S, 47°40'W, Rio Paraná system, São Paulo State, Brazil.].

    Type_loc_comp_lat changed to [-22.75] from [0].

    Type_loc_comp_long changed to [-47.666666666667] from [0].

    Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

    Genus_canonical_topic_id changed to [53657] from [].

    Distribution changed to [South America: Upper Paraná River drainage, La Plata basin.] from [South America: Upper Paraná River drainage, La Plata basin.].
  • Aug 05, 00:59 (Acipenseridae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].
  • Aug 05, 00:59 (Ictaluridae)
    [changes]
    Genus_etymology changed to [Ictalurus: From the Greek ichthys, meaning fish, and ailouros, meaning cat; literally "fish cat" (=catfish).] from [Ictalurus: From the Greek ichthys, meaning fish, and ailouros, meaning cat; literally "fish cat" (=catfish).].

    Identification changed to [] from [These specimens were mixed with Tatia gyrina and Tatia dunni at an exporter in Iquitos.].
  • Aug 05, 00:58 (Auchenipteridae)
    [changes]
    Genus_etymology changed to [Tatia: Named after the ichthyologist C. Tate Regan.] from [Tatia: Named after the ichthyologist C. Tate Regan.].

    General changed to [This species has been found as by-catch mixed with Tatia gyrina and Peruvian fish sold as Tatia dunni.] from [].
  • Aug 05, 00:55 (Anchariidae)
    [changes]
    Distribution changed to [Africa: rivers of the eastern coast of Madagascar.] from [Southeastern Africa: rivers of the eastern coast of Madagascar.].
  • Aug 05, 00:54 (Anchariidae)
    [changes]
    Distribution changed to [Africa: Madagascar.] from [Africa: Madagascar].
  • Aug 05, 00:53 (Anchariidae)
    [changes]
    Literature changed to [Copeia 2008 (no. 2), pp 395, Figs. 1-2.] from [Copeia 2008 (no. 2)].
  • Aug 05, 00:51 (Anchariidae)
    [changes]
    Distribution changed to [Africa: Madagascar.] from [Africa: Madagascar].
  • Aug 05, 00:51 (Anchariidae)
    [changes]
    Sl changed to [250] from [200].
  • Aug 05, 00:50 (Anchariidae)
    [changes]
    Distribution changed to [Africa: Madagascar.] from [Madagascar].
  • Aug 04, 07:43 Pimelodella nuchalis (Heptapteridae) New Species
  • Jul 23, 02:49 (Ailiidae)
  • Jul 23, 02:49 (Cichlidae)
    [changes]
    Literature changed to [Die Aquarien- und Terrarienzeitschrift (DATZ) v. 44 (no. 6), pp 378, Figs. 4, 12, 15.] from [Aquarien und Terrarien-Zeitschrift v. 44 (no. 6), pp 378, Figs. 4, 12, 15].
  • Jul 23, 02:46 (Ailiidae)
    [changes]
    Sl changed to [290] from [250].
  • Jul 23, 02:45 Neolamprologus ornatipinnis (Cichlidae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].
  • Jul 23, 02:45 Neolamprologus ocellatus (Cichlidae)
    [changes]
    Literature changed to [Anzeiger der Kaiserlichen Akademie der Wissenschaften in Wien, Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftlichen Klasse v. 46 (no. 24) (for 18 Nov. 1909), pp 402.] from [Anzeiger der Akademie der Wissenschaften in Wien v. 46 (no. 24), pp 402].
  • Jul 23, 02:45 Neolamprologus lemairii (Cichlidae)
  • Jul 23, 02:44 Huso stellatus (Acipenseridae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].
  • Jul 23, 02:44 Huso baerii (Acipenseridae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].

    Literature changed to [Mélanges biologiques v. 7, pp 115.] from [Mélanges biologiques v. 7, pp 115.].
  • Jul 23, 02:44 (Gobionidae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].

    Literature changed to [Mélanges Biologiques, tirés du Bulletin physico-mathématique de l'Académie Impériale des Sciences de St. Pétersbourg v. 13 (pt 2), pp 228 [58]] from [Mélanges Biologiques, tirés du Bulletin physico-mathématique de l'Académie Impériale des Sciences de St. Pétersbourg v. 13 (pt 2), pp 228 [58]].
  • Jul 23, 02:44 Hypomasticus arcus (Anostomidae)
    [changes]
    Original_desc changed to [n] from [y].
  • Jul 23, 02:43 Neolamprologus finalimus (Cichlidae)
  • Jul 21, 08:55 Thayeria sp. `TELES PIRES` (Acestrorhamphidae)
    [changes]
    Brazil_negative_list changed to [n] from [].

    Iucn_category changed to [NE] from [].

    Pronunciation changed to [***blank***.] from [stenn OH muss].

    Genus_identification changed to [Members of the bagrid genus Pseudomystus are small- to mid-sized freshwater catfish endemic to Southeast Asia.Pseudomystus are commonly found in swamps and rivers throughout Southeast Asia. They can be differentiated from Leiocassis by a relatively short snout and a subterminal mouth. Many Pseudomystus have a color pattern of contrasting vertical bars or blotches.] from [Members of the bagrid genus Pseudomystus are small- to mid-sized freshwater catfish endemic to Southeast Asia.Pseudomystus are commonly found in swamps and rivers throughout Southeast Asia. They can be differentiated from Leiocassis by a relatively short snout and a subterminal mouth. Many Pseudomystus have a color pattern of contrasting vertical bars or blotches.].

    Identification changed to [***blank***.] from [This is an apparently undescribed species often identified as Pseudomystus stenomus. However, the true P. stenomus is found only on Java (and has probably not been exported as an aquarium fish) and differs from this species in having a more slender body, and larger and more distinct pale-colored patches on the sides of the body.].

    Genus_sexing changed to [Males are more slender and possess an elongate genital papilla in front of the anal fin.] from [].

    Sexing changed to [***blank***.] from [Males are more slender and possess an elongate genital papilla in front of the anal fin.].

    General changed to [This species is found naturally in fairly fast-flowing streams with a sandy bottom (with other fish such as Glyptothorax, Akysis and Homaloptera), and can usually be found hiding amongst vegetation during the day.] from [This species is found naturally in fairly fast-flowing streams with a sandy bottom (with other fish such as Glyptothorax, Akysis and Homaloptera), and can usually be found hiding amongst vegetation during the day.].

    Water changed to [***blank***.] from [Current preferred.].

    Genus_feeding changed to [Readily feeds on live/frozen foods and other prepared foods such as pellets.] from [].

    Feeding changed to [***blank***.] from [Readily feeds on live/frozen foods and other prepared foods such as pellets.].

    Furniture changed to [***blank***.] from [Furnish the tank with driftwood, rocks and heavy vegetation for the fish to hide in, This species is found in faster-flowing streams, so a slight current is desirable.].

    Genus_compatibility changed to [A peaceful species that is compatible with most fish. Congeners are territorial, but not overtly so, making it possible to keep more than one individual in a large tank. Ideal tankmates include barbs, rasboras and loaches in an Asian biotope tank.] from [].

    Compatibility changed to [***blank***.] from [A peaceful species that is compatible with most fish. Congeners are territorial, but not overtly so, making it possible to keep more than one individual in a large tank. Ideal tankmates include barbs, rasboras and loaches in an Asian biotope tank.].

    Breeding changed to [***blank***.] from [Not reported.].
  • Jul 21, 07:20 (Auchenipteridae)
    [changes]
    Genus_etymology changed to [Tatia: Named after the ichthyologist C. Tate Regan.] from [Tatia: Named after the ichthyologist C. Tate Regan.].

    Etymology changed to [The specific epithet is in honor of Mr. P. H. Creutzberg, one of the collectors of the holotype.] from [].

    Literature_url changed to [https://repository.naturalis.nl/pub/319401] from [].

    Sl changed to [34] from [0].

    General changed to [From the original publication, the coloration shown in its illustration is incomplete: "...yellowish brown, the ventral surface a slightly rosaceous yellow. Darker brown markings as indicated in figure, but some further, irregular markings on caudal fin and proximal parts of anal and ventral fins, some dark spots on chin; dorsal and pectoral fins dusky. The body is furthermore covered with many irregular elongate longitudinal spots and streaks, not represented in the figure." (emphasis added).] from [].
  • Jul 21, 07:20 (Siluridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Ng & Ng] from [].

    Year changed to [1998] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

    Type_locality changed to [Sungai Sebiris, 13.8 kilometers after Kampung Puteh turnoff towards Lundu on Sematan-Lundu road, 1°41'32"N, 109°47'0.8"E, Sarawak, Malaysia, Borneo.] from [].

    Type_loc_lat changed to [1.6922222222222] from [0].

    Type_loc_long changed to [109.78355555556] from [0].

    Genus_etymology changed to [From Silurus and the Greek ichthyos, meaning fish; in reference to the general resemblance to members of the genus Silurus.] from [From Silurus and the Greek ichthyos, meaning fish; in reference to the general resemblance to members of the genus Silurus.].

    Literature changed to [Journal of Fish Biology v. 52 (no. 2), pp 310, Figs. 1E, 1F, 2E, 3E, 11.] from [].
  • Jul 21, 07:20 (Siluridae)
    [changes]
    Desc_by changed to [Ng, Wirjoatmodjo & Hadiaty] from [].

    Year changed to [2004] from [0].

    Original_desc changed to [y] from [].

    Type_locality changed to [Sungai Lembang in front of camp, Suag Balimbing Research Station, Gunung Leuser National Park, Aceh Selatan, Sumatra, Indonesia.] from [].

    Genus_etymology changed to [Kryptopterus: From the Greek kryptos, meaning hidden and pteryx, meaning fin; in reference to the reduced or absent dorsal fin of this group of fishes.] from [Kryptopterus: From the Greek kryptos, meaning hidden and pteryx, meaning fin; in reference to the reduced or absent dorsal fin of this group of fishes.].

    Literature changed to [Ichthyological Exploration of Freshwaters v. 15 (no. 1), pp 92, Figs. 1, 2a.] from [].

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