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Fish 28 - Systematic Listing

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

Number of records: 33

Last update: 10/10/2026 19:40:29

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Argentina

General Information

Argentina is located in the southernmost part of South America, bordering Bolivia and Paraguay to the north, Brazil, Uruguay, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Atlantic Ocean and the Drake Passage to the south, and Chile to the west. Argentina´s geographical position is unique, as it encompasses a wide range of climates and landscapes, from the peaks of the Andes mountain range to the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. The country can be divided into several geographical regions, including the Pampas, Patagonia, Cuyo, and Chaco, each with its own geographical and climatic characteristics.

To get to Argentina, there are several transportation options. The country has several international airports, including Ministro Pistarini International Airport in Buenos Aires, which is the largest and busiest in the country. From there, you can take domestic or international flights to different destinations. You can also enter Argentina by land, through the borders with neighboring countries, or by sea, through the ports of the Atlantic Ocean. Once inside the country, you can use different modes of transportation, such as buses, trains, or cars, to get to the various places of interest.

In terms of environments and characteristics of the surroundings, Argentina is a country with great geographical diversity. The Pampas region is a fertile and flat plain, covered with grasslands and crops, while the Patagonia region is a mountainous and glacial area, with a cold and windy climate. The Cuyo region is a valley and mountain area, with a dry and sunny climate, while the Chaco region is a forest and savanna area, with a hot and humid climate. The vegetation in Argentina is also very varied, with quebracho and algarrobo forests in the Chaco region, grasslands in the Pampas, and shrubs and cacti in Patagonia.

In terms of useful logistical information, it is essential to keep in mind that Argentina is a large and diverse country, and each region has its own characteristics and needs. In general, it is recommended to plan ahead and research the climatic and geographical conditions of each place before traveling. It is also important to consider the availability of services and infrastructure in each region, as some areas may be more remote and difficult to access than others. In terms of accessibility, Argentina has a network of roads and highways that connect the different cities and towns, although some areas may be more difficult to access due to lack of infrastructure or weather conditions.

In summary, Argentina is a country with great geographical and climatic diversity, offering a variety of landscapes and environments to explore. With proper planning and prior research, it is possible to enjoy a unique and exciting nature observation experience in this country.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026



Regions
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  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1CharaciformesBryconidaeGolden DoradoDoradoSalminus brasiliensisNative
  
2CharacidaeMojarra PacusaAstyanax abramisNative
  
3Banded AstyanaxMojarra ColirrojaAstyanax fasciatusNative
  
4Pirá PitáPirapitangaBrycon orbignyanusNative
  
5ErythrinidaeGolden TrahiraTararira ÑataTraira PixunaHoplerythrinus unitaeniatusNot listed
  
6Wolf FishTararira ComúnTraíraHoplias argentinensisNative
  
7HemiodontidaeDarter characine Virolo Apareiodon affinisNative
  
8ProchilodontidaeTarpon ProchiludosSábalo ComúnProchilodus lineatusNative
  
9SerrasalmidaePiraña de Panza AmarillaSerrasalmus maculatusNative
  
10CypriniformesCyprinidaeCommon CarpCarpa EuropeaCyprinus carpioExotic
  
11CyprinodontiformesAnablepidaePanzonaJenynsia multidentataNot listed
  
12RivulidaeAustrolebias bellottiiNative
  
13GymnotiformesGymnotidaeMorena de CamaloteGymnotus carapoNative
  
14PerciformesCichlidaeCichlasoma dimerusNative
  
15Crenicichla tapiiNative
  
16SciaenidaePescadilla RealMacrodon ancylodonNot listed
  
17White CroakerCorvina RubiaMicropogonias furnieriNative
  
18PleuronectiformesAchiridaeAmerican SoleLenguado de RíoCatathyridium jenynsiiNative
  
19SiluriformesHeptapteridaeCatfishBagre Negro Rhamdia quelenNative
  
20LoricariidaeAncistrus sp.Not listed
  
21Vieja del AguaHypostomus commersoniNative
  
22Armored CatfishVieja Del AguaHypostomus myersiNative
  
23PimelodidaePorteñitoParapimelodus valenciennisNative
  
24Bagre BlancoPimelodus albicansNative
  
25BagrePimelodus argenteusNative
  
26Bagre AmarilloPimelodus clariasNative
  
27Iguazu CatfishSurubí del IguazúSteindachneridion melanodermatumNative
  
28SynbranchiformesSynbranchidaeMarbled swamp eel Anguila Synbranchus marmoratusNative
  
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