Characodon lateralis Günther, 1866 Rainbow characodon |
photo by
Artigas Azas, J.M. |
Family: | Goodeidae (Splitfins), subfamily: Goodeinae | |||
Max. size: | 4 cm TL (male/unsexed); 5.5 cm TL (female) | |||
Environment: | demersal; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 9 - 19 | |||
Distribution: | North America: Durango, Mexico. | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Inhabits clear springs with plant growth. Feeds on algae. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Critically Endangered (CR); Date assessed: 18 April 2018 (B1ab(i,ii,iii,iv)) Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |