Identity and locality
Baryancistrus niveatus (Castelnau, 1855)
Rio Araguaia / Tocantins drainage, Brazil
Diagnostic evidence and naming
Original genus type was based on the named B. niveatus; specialist old L026 usage must be checked against actual specimen characters. The 2025 Baryancistrus key notes exposed opercular odontodes, unlike some congeners.
Breeding and genetics limitations
Do not assume any yellow spotted aquarium stock is this species; no captive founder established.
Original references
Links are research leads; they do not certify every statement. Check original taxonomy and date.
Public Discord research discussion
Follow the original forum topic. It is a discussion record, not independent scientific verification.