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Loricariinae

Loricariidae · Subfamily of armored catfishes

Updates
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May 2026

After I had these plans for several years, I finally implemented the distribution map for all Loricariinae with the data from GBIF.org.
In this update there is also a link to the podcast I participated in. See closer information on the Contact page.


April 2026

After two decades, it became clear that the website required a comprehensive modernization.
The existing design had grown outdated, lacking the visual appeal and functionality expected by contemporary users. In addition, it was not responsive, resulting in a suboptimal experience across mobile and tablet devices.
These limitations also made it increasingly difficult to implement new features and ideas, ultimately restricting further development and innovation.

Calendar
13. Jun 2026 — 15:00
Ecuador - Zwischen Cotopaxi und Río Napo (german)
Robert-Bosch-Str. 2, 31139 Hildesheim
IG BSSW e.V. RG Niedersachsen
03. Nov 2026 — 19:00
Ecuador - Zwischen Cotopaxi und Río Napo (german)
Kurt-Mothes-Str. 3a, Halle/Saale
Aquarienverein Roßmäßler Halle/Saale
Statistics
281
Valid Species
+37 synonyms
32
Valid Genera
1758
First Description
268 years of research
Descriptions per Decade
Largest Genera (valid species)
2 Farlowella
31
3 Harttia
26
4 Loricaria
20
6 Sturisoma
14