sipus
Sipus is a genus of freshwater fish belonging to the family Loricariidae, commonly known as armored catfish. These fish are native to South America, inhabiting various river systems including the Amazon, Paraná, and Orinoco basins. The genus Sipus is characterized by its distinctive body armor, which consists of rows of bony plates covering its body, providing protection from predators.
Sipus species typically have a flattened body shape, with a large, sucker-like mouth adapted for clinging to
Reproduction in Sipus generally involves males guarding egg clutches, often in hollows or under rocks. The