Neblinichthys is a small genus of suckermouth armored catfishes native to South America.
There are currently six recognized species in this genus:[1][2]
Neblinichthys is derived from the Latin nebula which means mist or vapor, and ichthys for fish.[1]
Neblinichthys species are unique in that the breeding males have a snout brush formed by elongate, bristle-like odontodes pointing forwards on the snout. More fairly elongated odontodes are found on the top of the head and on the body.[3] Otherwise they appear rather similar to Lasiancistrus species.[3] Females and juveniles may be differentiated from Lasiancistrus species by the lack of cheek whiskers.[3] Neblinichthys species also have their pectoral fin and pelvic fin spines the same length.[3]
Neblinichthys is a small genus of suckermouth armored catfishes native to South America.
