The Amazon sailfin catfish Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus x pardalis (Siluriformes: Loricariidae) in Panamá

The Amazon sailfin catfish Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus x pardalis (Siluriformes: Loricariidae) in Panamá

Authors

  • Rigoberto González Gutiérrez Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Naos Marine Laboratories, STRI Neotropical Fish Collection, Panama, Republic of Panama https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4420-4860

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22458/urj.v14i2.4352

Keywords:

first record, exotic fish, Gatun Lake, amazon catfish, Panama

Abstract

Introduction: Despite having a rich and diverse native freshwater fish fauna, exotic species have been introduced to Panama since the 20th century. Objective: To report its presence in the fresh waters of Panama of a newly recorded exotic fish. Methods: Specimens were caught with gillnet in Gatun lake, on September 30, 2017. Results: Three specimens with average standard length and weight of 233mm and 307g, respectively, were identified as Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus x pardalis. This armored catfish, native to the Amazon basin, is breeding in Gatun and may threaten local species. Conclusion: The exotic fish Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus x pardalis has a reproductive population in Gatun Lake, Panama.

 

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Published

2022-11-04

How to Cite

González Gutiérrez , R. (2022). The Amazon sailfin catfish Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus x pardalis (Siluriformes: Loricariidae) in Panamá . UNED Research Journal, 14(2), e4352. https://doi.org/10.22458/urj.v14i2.4352

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New records and range extension
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