Author: Lacepède, 1803
Comments: Occurs in streams and rivers of all sizes with currents ranging from sluggish to moderate (Ref. 12693).  Moves into freshly inundated habitats during the flood season (Ref. 12693).  Feeds on crustaceans and mollusks (Ref. 12693).  Sold fresh or smoked on skewers (Ref. 12693).