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  1. Article ; Online: Exploring hidden diversity: Molecular insights into the Leporinus species of the rivers of the Brazilian states of Maranhão and Piauí.

    Nascimento, Maria Histelle Sousa / Birindelli, José Luis Olivan / Fraga, Elmary / Barros, Maria Claudene

    Journal of fish biology

    2024  

    Abstract: The present study delved into the world of hidden diversity by examining specimens identified as Leporinus piau from the river basins of the northern Brazilian states of Maranhão and Piauí. Using genetic analyses that combined data from three ... ...

    Abstract The present study delved into the world of hidden diversity by examining specimens identified as Leporinus piau from the river basins of the northern Brazilian states of Maranhão and Piauí. Using genetic analyses that combined data from three mitochondrial markers and one nuclear marker, the study identified two well-supported groups, reinforcing the findings of previous publications. The first group, found in samples from the Itapecuru, Mearim, Turiaçu, and Pericumã basins, in Maranhão, appears to represent a relatively ancient diversification and the possibility of concealed cryptic diversity. The second group, comprising specimens from the Parnaíba (Piauí) and Mearim (Maranhão) basins, appears to have resulted from a more recent process of diversification and has a close relationship with Leporinus friderici from the type locality. Our findings not only confirm the existence of a complex scenario of cryptic diversity in the genus Leporinus from the study basins but also underscore the taxonomic inconsistencies within this group of fish. This study offers a comprehensive analysis of the species diversity of the Maranhão and Piauí basins, which are critical regions for the conservation of Amazonian fish, providing valuable insights for the sustainable management and conservation of these fish.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-09
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 410564-3
    ISSN 1095-8649 ; 0022-1112
    ISSN (online) 1095-8649
    ISSN 0022-1112
    DOI 10.1111/jfb.15753
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  2. Article ; Online: The DNA barcode reveals cryptic diversity and a new record for the genus

    Nascimento, Maria Histelle Sousa / Aragão, Deborah Gaído / Silva, Jordânia Leticia Nascimento / Lima, Renato Correia / Birindelli, José Luis Olivan / Fraga, Elmary Costa / Barros, Maria Claudene

    PeerJ

    2023  Volume 11, Page(s) e15184

    Abstract: ... ...

    Abstract Leporinus
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Characiformes/genetics ; Brazil ; DNA Barcoding, Taxonomic/methods ; Phylogeny ; DNA
    Chemical Substances DNA (9007-49-2)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-25
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2703241-3
    ISSN 2167-8359 ; 2167-8359
    ISSN (online) 2167-8359
    ISSN 2167-8359
    DOI 10.7717/peerj.15184
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  3. Article ; Online: Taxonomic revision of the genus Anostomoides (Characiformes: Anostomidae).

    Assega, Fernando Massayuki / Birindelli, José Luís Olivan

    Zootaxa

    2019  Volume 4646, Issue 1, Page(s) zootaxa.4646.1.7

    Abstract: A taxonomic revision of Anostomoides is herein presented based on a comprehensive revision of specimens deposited in fish collections and the literature. The present revision proposes that A. laticeps is a junior synonym of A. atrianalis, while A. ... ...

    Abstract A taxonomic revision of Anostomoides is herein presented based on a comprehensive revision of specimens deposited in fish collections and the literature. The present revision proposes that A. laticeps is a junior synonym of A. atrianalis, while A. passionis is a junior synonym of Leporinus nattereri, and the latter is thus transferred to Anostomoides, forming the new combination Anostomoides nattereri. Principal Components Analysis (PCA) showed that examined specimens form two distinct morphotypes, corroborating the validity of both A. atrianalis and A. nattereri. Anostomoides nattereri is distinguished from A. atrianalis by having four branchiostegal rays (vs. three), three pores in infraorbital one (vs. four), 37-39 pored lateral-line scales (vs. 41-44), lower lip with rounded dermal papillae (vs. forming ridges), three dark  rounded midlateral blotches (vs. three or four vertically elongated blotches and/or a faded dark longitudinal stripe), dark lines between scale series on posterior half of body on specimens smaller than 150 mm SL (vs. dark lines absent), a greater body depth (27.6-36.2 % vs. 24.5-38.7% of SL) and smaller interorbital distance (34.4-53.8 % vs. 42.6-67.3 % of HL). Anostomoides nattereri is distributed across several tributaries of the Amazon and Orinoco rivers, whereas A. atrianalis is widespread throughout the Amazon, Orinoco, and Essequibo basins. The genus Anostomoides is currently diagnosed based on a combination of non-exclusive characters: upturned or slightly upturned mouth with four premaxillary teeth including symphyseal tooth bicuspid or with blunt cutting edge, remaining teeth slightly tricuspid (with medial cuspid distinctly larger); four dentary teeth, symphyseal tooth with truncate cutting edge (without cusps); second tooth with a single large cusp, and two lateral teeth with three or slightly more small cusps.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Brazil ; Characiformes ; Rivers
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-07-23
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1175-5334
    ISSN (online) 1175-5334
    DOI 10.11646/zootaxa.4646.1.7
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  4. Article ; Online: External Morphology of Lophiosilurus alexandri Steindachner, 1876 during Early Stages of Development, and Its Implications for the Evolution of Pseudopimelodidae (Siluriformes).

    Assega, Fernando Massayuki / Birindelli, José Luís Olivan / Bialetzki, Andréa / Shibatta, Oscar Akio

    PloS one

    2016  Volume 11, Issue 4, Page(s) e0153123

    Abstract: Pseudopimelodidae are Neotropical catfishes characterized by having slightly to strongly depressed body in fully developed specimens. The largest species of the family with 500 mm SL, Lophiosilurus alexandri, experiences impressive changes in body shape ... ...

    Abstract Pseudopimelodidae are Neotropical catfishes characterized by having slightly to strongly depressed body in fully developed specimens. The largest species of the family with 500 mm SL, Lophiosilurus alexandri, experiences impressive changes in body shape during development, becoming extremely depressed when fully developed. Accordingly, Lophiosilurus alexandri is an ideal species to observe the morphological changes during ontogeny, and to seek solid interpretations on the polarity of characters. Specimens of distinct larval periods (yolk sac, flexion and postflexion; n = 186 specimens) and juvenile stages (n = 20) were analyzed. Changes in body shape, position of mouth and eye, morphology of fins and pigmentation were observed during the development of Lophiosilurus. Larvae (5.7-11.2 mm standard length) had pigmentation concentrated on the head and parts of body, eyes small and pigmented, short barbels, and well-developed finfold. Juveniles (15.9-28.1 mm standard length) had body shape similar to adult, with head depressed and bearing bony ridges, large mouth, dorsally-oriented eyes, small barbels and well-developed shoulder bulges (cleithral width). The greatest morphological changes in the development of L. alexandri occurred during the postflexion larval stage. Relative to standard length, measurements of snout length, head depth and body depth are smaller in juveniles than in larvae, but body width is larger. New interpretations on the phylogenetic characters related to these changes are provided in view of the two alternative hypotheses of the evolution of Pseudopimelodidae.
    MeSH term(s) Aging/physiology ; Animals ; Biological Evolution ; Catfishes/anatomy & histology ; Catfishes/classification ; Catfishes/growth & development ; Catfishes/physiology ; Larva/anatomy & histology ; Life Cycle Stages/physiology ; Movement
    Language English
    Publishing date 2016-04-15
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ISSN 1932-6203
    ISSN (online) 1932-6203
    DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0153123
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  5. Article: Reconstruction of the Doradinae (Siluriformes-Doradidae) ancestral diploid number and NOR pattern reveals new insights about the karyotypic diversification of the Neotropical thorny catfishes.

    Takagui, Fábio H / Viana, Patrik / Baumgärtner, Lucas / Bitencourt, Jamille A / Margarido, Vladimir Pavan / Lui, Roberto Laridondo / Feldberg, Eliana / Birindelli, Jose Luis Olivan / Almeida, Fernanda Simões / Giuliano-Caetano, Lucia

    Genetics and molecular biology

    2021  Volume 44, Issue 4, Page(s) e20200068

    Abstract: Doradinae (Siluriformes: Doradidae) is the most species-rich subfamily among thorny catfishes, encompassing over 77 valid species, found mainly in Amazon and Platina hydrographic basins. Here, we analyzed seven Doradinae species using combined methods (e. ...

    Abstract Doradinae (Siluriformes: Doradidae) is the most species-rich subfamily among thorny catfishes, encompassing over 77 valid species, found mainly in Amazon and Platina hydrographic basins. Here, we analyzed seven Doradinae species using combined methods (e.g., cytogenetic tools and Mesquite ancestral reconstruction software) in order to scrutinize the processes that mediated the karyotype diversification in this subfamily. Our ancestral reconstruction recovered that 2n=58 chromosomes and simple nucleolar organizer regions (NOR) are ancestral features only for Wertheimerinae and the most clades of Doradinae. Some exceptions were found in Trachydoras paraguayensis (2n=56), Trachydoras steindachneri (2n=60), Ossancora punctata (2n=66) and Platydoras hancockii whose karyotypes showed a multiple NOR system. The large thorny catfishes, such as Pterodoras granulosus, Oxydoras niger and Centrodoras brachiatus share several karyotype features, with subtle variations only regarding their heterochromatin distribution. On the other hand, a remarkable karyotypic variability has been reported in the fimbriate barbells thorny catfishes. These two contrasting karyoevolution trajectories emerged from a complex interaction between chromosome rearrangements (e.g., inversions and Robertsonian translocations) and mechanisms of heterochromatin dispersion. Moreover, we believe that biological features, such as microhabitats preferences, populational size, low vagility and migratory behavior played a key role during the origin and maintenance of chromosome diversity in Doradinae subfamily.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-11-24
    Publishing country Brazil
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1445712-x
    ISSN 1678-4685 ; 1415-4757
    ISSN (online) 1678-4685
    ISSN 1415-4757
    DOI 10.1590/1678-4685-GMB-2020-0068
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  6. Article ; Online: Integrative approach detects natural hybridization of sympatric lambaris species and emergence of infertile hybrids.

    Pinheiro, Ana Paula Barbosa / Melo, Rafael Magno Costa / Teixeira, Daniel Fonseca / Birindelli, José Luís Olivan / Carvalho, Daniel Cardoso / Rizzo, Elizete

    Scientific reports

    2019  Volume 9, Issue 1, Page(s) 4333

    Abstract: Despite its relevance for ecology, evolution and conservation of species, natural hybridization and hybrids biology are still poorly studied in freshwater fish. Here, we tested the hypothesis that sympatric species Astyanax paranae and A. fasciatus are ... ...

    Abstract Despite its relevance for ecology, evolution and conservation of species, natural hybridization and hybrids biology are still poorly studied in freshwater fish. Here, we tested the hypothesis that sympatric species Astyanax paranae and A. fasciatus are able to interbreed in the natural environment and presented evidence for the first record of hybridization between these species. We analyzed anatomical traits, gametogenesis, reproductive biology, and genetic variations of the COI and S7 genes of both species and putative hybrids. Intermediate morphometric and meristic features were observed in hybrids when compared to A. paranae and A. fasciatus. Overlap in reproductive season was showed for these species, with greater reproductive activity from August to January, but hybrids did not present any sign of gonadal maturation. Oogonia and perinucleolar follicles as well as spermatogonia and primary spermatocytes were found in hybrids, but previtellogenic and vitellogenic follicles, spermatids, and spermatozoa were absent. Moreover, several alterations in gametogenesis were detected, such as interrupted meiosis in both males and females, vacuolated and degenerated germ cells, increased interstitial tissue, and presence of immune cells. Molecular analyses supported the hypothesis of hybridization between A. paranae and A. fasciatus. Overall, our multidisciplinary approach also provides strong evidence that hybrids are infertile.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Characidae/genetics ; Characidae/physiology ; Female ; Haplotypes ; Hybridization, Genetic ; Infertility ; Male ; Reproduction ; Sympatry
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-03-13
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2615211-3
    ISSN 2045-2322 ; 2045-2322
    ISSN (online) 2045-2322
    ISSN 2045-2322
    DOI 10.1038/s41598-019-40856-4
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  7. Article: Extension of the distribution of Megalechis thoracata (Valenciennes, 1840) (Siluriformes, Callichthyidae) to the basin of the Itapecuru River, northeastern Brazil

    Lima, Renato Corrêia / Nascimento, Maria Histelle Sousa do / Birindelli, José Luís Olivan / Barros, Maria Claudene / Fraga, Elmary da Costa

    Check list. 2017 Aug. 18, v. 13, no. 4

    2017  

    Abstract: The geographic distribution of Megalechis thoracata is extended to the basin of the Itapecuru River, based on a specimen collected in the Soledade stream, a tributary of the Itapecuru, located in the Inhamum Municipal Environmental Protection Area in ... ...

    Abstract The geographic distribution of Megalechis thoracata is extended to the basin of the Itapecuru River, based on a specimen collected in the Soledade stream, a tributary of the Itapecuru, located in the Inhamum Municipal Environmental Protection Area in Maranhão, Brazil.
    Keywords Callichthyidae ; basins ; environmental protection ; geographical distribution ; rivers ; streams ; Brazil
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2017-0818
    Size p. 327-330.
    Publishing place Pensoft Publishers
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 2252867-2
    ISSN 1809-127X
    ISSN 1809-127X
    DOI 10.15560/13.4.327
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  8. Article ; Online: Integrative taxonomy supports new candidate fish species in a poorly studied neotropical region: the Jequitinhonha River Basin.

    Pugedo, Marina Lages / de Andrade Neto, Francisco Ricardo / Pessali, Tiago Casarim / Birindelli, José Luís Olivan / Carvalho, Daniel Cardoso

    Genetica

    2016  Volume 144, Issue 3, Page(s) 341–349

    Abstract: Molecular identification through DNA barcoding has been proposed as a way to standardize a global biodiversity identification system using a partial sequence of the mitochondrial COI gene. We applied an integrative approach using DNA barcoding and ... ...

    Abstract Molecular identification through DNA barcoding has been proposed as a way to standardize a global biodiversity identification system using a partial sequence of the mitochondrial COI gene. We applied an integrative approach using DNA barcoding and traditional morphology-based bioassessment to identify fish from a neotropical region possessing low taxonomic knowledge: the Jequitinhonha River Basin (Southeastern Brazil). The Jequitinhonha River Basin (JRB) has a high rate of endemism and is considered an area of high priority for fish conservation, with estimates indicating the presence of around 110 native and non-indigenous species. DNA barcodes were obtained from 260 individuals belonging to 52 species distributed among 35 genera, 21 families and 6 orders, including threatened and rare species such as Rhamdia jequitinhonha and Steindachneridion amblyurum. The mean Kimura two-parameter genetic distances within species, genera and families were: 0.44, 12.16 and 20.58 %, respectively. Mean intraspecific genetic variation ranged from 0 to 11.43 %, and high values (>2 %) were recovered for five species. Species with a deep intraspecific distance, possibly flagging overlooked taxa, were detected within the genus Pimelodella. Fifteen species, only identified to the genus level, had unique BINs, with a nearest neighbor distance over 2 % and therefore, potential new candidate species supported by DNA barcoding. The integrative taxonomy approach using DNA barcoding and traditional taxonomy may be a remedy to taxonomy impediment, accelerating species identification by flagging potential new candidate species and to adequately conserve the megadiverse neotropical ichthyofauna.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Biodiversity ; DNA Barcoding, Taxonomic ; Electron Transport Complex IV/genetics ; Evolution, Molecular ; Fishes/anatomy & histology ; Fishes/classification ; Fishes/genetics ; Genetic Variation ; Phylogeny ; Rivers ; Sequence Analysis, DNA
    Chemical Substances Electron Transport Complex IV (EC 1.9.3.1)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2016-06
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2165-9
    ISSN 1573-6857 ; 0016-6707
    ISSN (online) 1573-6857
    ISSN 0016-6707
    DOI 10.1007/s10709-016-9903-4
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  9. Article: First report of B chromosomes in three neotropical thorny catfishes (Siluriformes, Doradidae).

    Takagui, Fábio Hiroshi / Dias, Ana Lucia / Birindelli, José Luís Olivan / Swarça, Ana Claudia / da Rosa, Renata / Lui, Roberto Laridondo / Fenocchio, Alberto Sergio / Giuliano-Caetano, Lucia

    Comparative cytogenetics

    2017  Volume 11, Issue 1, Page(s) 55–64

    Abstract: The family Doradidae (Siluriformes) is an important group of fishes endemic to freshwater ecosystems in South America. Some cytogenetic studies have been conducted focused on the group; however, there are no reports on the occurrence of B chromosomes for ...

    Abstract The family Doradidae (Siluriformes) is an important group of fishes endemic to freshwater ecosystems in South America. Some cytogenetic studies have been conducted focused on the group; however, there are no reports on the occurrence of B chromosomes for the family. In this paper the chromosomal characteristics of
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-01-09
    Publishing country Bulgaria
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2572457-5
    ISSN 1993-078X ; 1993-0771
    ISSN (online) 1993-078X
    ISSN 1993-0771
    DOI 10.3897/CompCytogen.v11i1.10496
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  10. Article ; Online: A new miniature characid (Ostariophysi: Characiformes: Characidae), with phylogenetic position inferred from morphological and molecular data.

    Netto-Ferreira, André Luiz / Birindelli, José Luís Olivan / de Sousa, Leandro Melo / Mariguela, Tatiane Casagrande / Oliveira, Claudio

    PloS one

    2013  Volume 8, Issue 1, Page(s) e52098

    Abstract: Erythrocharax altipinnis is described from the Serra do Cachimbo, Pará, Brazil. The new taxon is distinguished from all of the Characidae genera by having the pelvic bones firmly attached through the isquiatic processes; a nearly triangular hiatus in the ...

    Abstract Erythrocharax altipinnis is described from the Serra do Cachimbo, Pará, Brazil. The new taxon is distinguished from all of the Characidae genera by having the pelvic bones firmly attached through the isquiatic processes; a nearly triangular hiatus in the musculature covering the anterior chamber of the swim bladder between the first and second pleural ribs (pseudotympanum); the pedunculate, notably expanded and distally compressed teeth in both jaws; circumorbital series represented by antorbital and four infraorbital bones with laterosensory canals not enclosed; a single tooth row in the premaxillary with the teeth perfectly aligned and similar in shape and cusp number; the first three branched dorsal-fin rays distinctly elongate in males; a bright red adipose and caudal fins in life; a conspicuous dark midlateral stripe extending from the opercle to the tip of the median caudal-fin rays; and by the absence of a humeral spot. The phylogenetic position of the new taxon is discussed using morphological and molecular datasets, with conflicting results of both approaches discussed. Additionally, a summarized discussion on the current problems in the Characidae taxonomy is presented and the principal biases in the morphological dataset are also discussed.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Brazil ; Characidae/anatomy & histology ; Characidae/classification ; Color ; Female ; Geography ; Male ; Phylogeny ; Rivers ; Sex Characteristics ; Species Specificity
    Language English
    Publishing date 2013-01-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2267670-3
    ISSN 1932-6203 ; 1932-6203
    ISSN (online) 1932-6203
    ISSN 1932-6203
    DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0052098
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