Author: (Bloch, 1794)
Remark: See Menezes, 1969:37 for detailed description. Photograph of the holotype of <i>Salmo pulverulentus</i> Linnaeus, 1758 examined.
Comments: Attains a length of around 20 cm.  As indicated by its dentition and body form, it is a formidable predator which feeds exclusively on fish.  A ubiquitous species, but frequently found throughout the length of waters with moderate flow.  Reproduction begins with the onset of the rainy season (Ref. 12225).