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Fish 56 - Systematic Listing

(55 speciess + 1 form with special treatment that are not is considered at the species level)

Number of records: 68

Last update: 03/10/2026 23:40:26

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Colombia

General Information

Colombia is located in the northwest of South America, bordering the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Venezuela and Brazil to the east, and Ecuador and Peru to the south. This country is situated in a unique geographical position, as it encompasses a wide range of ecosystems and natural regions, from tropical coasts to the Andes mountains and the Amazon rainforest. Colombia´s geography is very diverse, with a large number of rivers, lakes, wetlands, and protected areas that offer a wide range of opportunities for nature observation.

In terms of how to get to Colombia, there are several transportation options. The country has several international airports, such as El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá, which is the largest and most congested in the country. From there, you can take domestic or international flights to reach different parts of the country. You can also use land transportation, such as buses or taxis, to travel on the roads and highways that connect the different cities and regions. In some areas, especially in rural or jungle areas, it may be necessary to use boats or trails to access more remote places. It is essential to keep in mind that, depending on the time of year and weather conditions, some roads or routes may be closed or inaccessible.

Colombia has a wide range of natural environments and landscapes, from tropical forests and jungles to mountains and páramos. The Andes mountain range runs through the country from north to south, creating a wide range of ecosystems and microclimates. In the Amazon region, there are extensive areas of tropical rainforest, with rivers and lakes that offer a high level of biodiversity. On the coasts, you can find beaches, mangroves, and wetlands, which are habitats for a wide variety of birds and other animals. In general, Colombia´s climate is tropical, with warm temperatures and high humidity levels in most regions. However, in the higher areas, such as the páramos and mountains, the climate can be cooler and drier.

In terms of logistics for visiting and exploring Colombia, it is essential to keep in mind that the country has a significant amount of tourist infrastructure, including hotels, restaurants, and travel agencies. In the larger cities, such as Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali, you can find a wide range of services and facilities for visitors. In rural and jungle areas, it may be necessary to plan ahead and hire guides or transportation services to access more remote places. It is also important to be aware of the restrictions and regulations that may apply in some protected areas or conservation zones. In general, Colombia is a country with a rich natural and cultural heritage, and offers a wide range of opportunities for nature observation and exploration of its landscapes and ecosystems.

Planning and preparation are key to a successful visit to Colombia. It is essential to research and obtain information about weather conditions, roads, and access routes, as well as about the services and facilities available in different regions. It is also important to respect the regulations and restrictions that apply in protected areas and conservation zones, and to take measures to minimize the environmental and cultural impact of the visit. With proper planning and preparation, Colombia can be an exciting and rewarding destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

In summary, Colombia is a country with a great geographical and natural diversity, offering a wide range of opportunities for nature observation and exploration of its landscapes and ecosystems. With proper planning and preparation, visitors can enjoy an exciting and rewarding experience in this South American country.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026











  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Records Chance of observation Conservation status Notes
1MyliobatiformesUrotrygonidaeYellow StingrayRaia-de-recife-jamaicanaUrobatis jamaicensisNative1III
  
2RajiformesDasyatidaeRaya LátigoHypanus americanusNative1III
  
3AnguilliformesMuraenidaeSpotted MorayMoréia-pintadaGymnothorax moringaNative1III
  
4BeloniformesBelonidaeHoundfishAgujón LiseroZambaio-roliçoTylosurus crocodilusNative2IV
  
5BeryciformesHolocentridaeLongspine SquirrelfishPeixe-esquilo-espinhosoHolocentrus rufusNative1III
  
6Blackbar SoldierfishOlho-de-vidroMyripristis jacobusNative1III
  
7GasterosteiformesAulostomidaeTrumpetfishPeixe-trombetaAulostomus maculatusNative1III
  
8SyngnathidaeLongsnout SeahorseCavalo-marinho-de-focinho-longoHippocampus reidiNative1III
  
9PerciformesAcanthuridaeDoctorfishPeixe-cirurgiãoAcanthurus chirurgusNative1III
  
10Blue Tang SurgeonfishAcanthurus coeruleusNative2IV
  
11Acanthurus tractusNative2IV
  
12BlenniidaeRedlip BlennyBlênio-do-coral-caribenhoOphioblennius macclureiNative1III
  
13CarangidaeBar JackXaréu-de-dorso-neonCaranx ruberNative1III
  
14ChaetodontidaeFoureye ButterflyfishChaetodon capistratusNative1III
  
15Reef ButterflyfishPeixe-borboleta-de-recifeChaetodon sedentariusNative1III
  
16Banded ButterflyfishPez Mariposa BandadoPeixe-borboleta ListradoChaetodon striatusNative1III
  
17Longsnout ButterflyfishPeixe-borboleta-criouloPrognathodes aculeatusNative1III
  
18GerreidaeYellowfin MojarraMojarra TrompeteraGerres cinereusNative1III
  
19HaemulidaeHaemulon aurolineatumNative1III
  
20Sailor´s GruntBiquaraHaemulon parraNative1III
  
21KyphosidaeKyphosus sp.Native1III
  
22Brassy ChubPreguiçosa-amarelaKyphosus vaigiensisNative1III
  
23LabridaeSpanish HogfishBodianus rufusNative2IV
  
24Thalassoma bifasciatumNative2IV
  
25LutjanidaeSchoolmaster SnapperLutjanus apodusNative1III
  
26Grey SnapperCaranhaLutjanus griseusNative2IV
  
27Lutjanus synagrisNative2IV
  
28MullidaeYellow GoatfishTrilha-da-martinicaMulloidichthys martinicusNative1III
  
29TrilhaPseudupeneus maculatusNative1III
  
30PomacanthidaePez Ángel ReinaHolacanthus ciliarisNative1III
  
31Holacanthus tricolorNative1III
  
32Gray AngelfishPez Angel GrisParu-cinzaPomacanthus arcuatusNative1III
  
33Pomacanthus paruNative1III
  
34PomacentridaeSargentoCastanheta-das-rochasAbudefduf saxatilisNative3V
  
35Night SergeantSargento-touroAbudefduf taurusNative1III
  
36Azurina cyaneaNative2IV
  
37Brown ChromisCastanheta-pardaAzurina multilineataNative1III
  
38Jaqueta BonitaStegastes leucostictusNative2IV
  
39Bicolor DamselfishDonzela-bicolor-do-atlânticoStegastes partitusNative1III
  
40Stegastes planifronsNative1III
  
41ScaridaeRainbow ParrotfishLoro GuacamayoScarus guacamaiaNot listed1III
  
42Loro ListadoScarus iseriNative2IV
  
43Redband ParrotfishPeixe-papagaio-criouloSparisoma aurofrenatumNative1III
  
44Redfin ParrotfishGudiãoSparisoma rubripinneNative1III
  
45Sparisoma virideNative1III
  
46SerranidaeGraysbyGaroupa-coralina-caribenhaCephalopholis cruentataNative1III
  
47Barred HamletHamlet-listradoHypoplectrus puellaNative1III
  
48Butter HamletHamlet-brancoHypoplectrus unicolorNative1III
  
49Harlequin BassSerrano-arlequimSerranus tigrinusNative1III
  
50SphyraenidaeBarracudaSphyraena barracudaNative1III
  
51SalmoniformesSalmonidaeBrown TroutTrucha MarrónSalmo truttaNot listed1III
  
52ScorpaeniformesScorpaenidaeRed LionfishPeixe-leão-vermelhoPterois volitansExotic1III
  
53TetraodontiformesDiodontidaeLongspined PorcupinefishGuanábanaPeixe-balão-de-espinhos-longosDiodon holocanthusNative1III
  
54MonacanthidaeScribbled Leatherjacket FilefishCangulo-pavãoAluterus scriptusNative1III
  
55OstraciidaeHoneycomb CowfishBaiacu-de-chifreAcanthostracion polygoniumNative1III
  
56Lactophrys triqueterNative1III
  
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