Schizodon is a genus of headstander from South America. Though found widely in tropical freshwater habitats in the continent, the greatest species richness is in the Paraná–Paraguay–Uruguay river basin.[1] They reach up to 40 cm (1.3 ft) in standard length.[1] They are herbivorous, feeding on fruits, seeds, algae, macrophytes, leaves and roots.[2]
There are currently 16 described species in this genus.[1]
Schizodon is a genus of headstander from South America. Though found widely in tropical freshwater habitats in the continent, the greatest species richness is in the Paraná–Paraguay–Uruguay river basin. They reach up to 40 cm (1.3 ft) in standard length. They are herbivorous, feeding on fruits, seeds, algae, macrophytes, leaves and roots.
