Cheirocerus eques
Cheirocerus eques, is a species of demersal catfish of the family Pimelodidae that is native to Amazon River basin of Brazil.

It grows to a length of 18.0 cm. It inhabits fresh water rivers in rio Canoas and its tributaries in Santa Catarina, Brazil.

It is clearly distinguished from other species with 17-21 gill rakers. It feeds primarily on benthic invertebrates.
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catfish
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Pimelodidae
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Cheirocerus eques
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