Lamontichthys llanero Taphorn & Lilyestrom, 1984
photo by Sabaj PĂ©rez, M.H.

Family:  Loricariidae (Armored catfishes), subfamily: Loricariinae
Max. size:  20.2 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater
Distribution:  South America: Guanare Viejo River, Orinoco River drainage.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Reported to have been collected near the margins of rivers varying from less than 10 m until 1 km of width, in areas with muddy waters, and sand or mud in the bottom (Ref. 83332).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 02 November 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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