On the lectotype designation of Bryconamericus rubropictus (Berg) (Characiformes, Characidae, Stevardiinae)

The lectotype specimen of Bryconamericus rubropictus (Berg) and its designation have remained imprecisely documented since its publication. The lack of a photograph or an unambiguous illustration, correct size, inaccurate labelling, and proper specimen separation has led to an uncertainty about the...

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Published in:Journal of fish biology 2024-01, Vol.104 (1), p.315-319
Main Authors: Vanegas‐Ríos, James A., Chiaramonte, Gustavo E.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
Argentina
Brazil
Bryconamericus rubropictus
Characidae - anatomy & histology
Characiformes
Diapomini
Illustrations
Labeling
Lectotype
Lectotypes
Neotropical fish
Rivers
Río de la Plata basin
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Summary:The lectotype specimen of Bryconamericus rubropictus (Berg) and its designation have remained imprecisely documented since its publication. The lack of a photograph or an unambiguous illustration, correct size, inaccurate labelling, and proper specimen separation has led to an uncertainty about the identity and nomenclatural status of the lectotype. We recovered and provided detailed morphological data on the specimen that must be recognised as the lectotype. This contribution brings stability and clarity on the nomenclatural status of the species and its type material.
ISSN:0022-1112
1095-8649
DOI:10.1111/jfb.15570