Family: |
Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stethaprioninae |
Max. size: |
3.64 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 7.5; dH range: 18 |
Distribution: |
South America: Upper Paraguay and Guaporé River basins. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Feeds on worms, small insects and crustaceans (Ref. 7020). Aquarium keeping: in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 60 cm (Ref. 51539). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 04 March 2021 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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