Jundia
(Leiarius marmoratus)

Classification

Species: Leiarius marmoratus
Genus: Leiarius

General data

Scientific names: Jundia
Local names: Achara Catfish, Sailfin Pim
Habitat: Freshwater
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Amazon, Orinoco

Inhabits riverbeds, deep wells and lakes. Young or sub-adults form large schools). Prefers to lay over rock and tree trunks during the day, being more active at sunrise, sunset and night. Can reach a little more than 100 cm length. South America, Amazon and Orinoco River basins.