Family: |
Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stethaprioninae |
Max. size: |
3.8 cm SL (male/unsexed); 3.6 cm SL (female); max.weight: 1.4 g; max.weight: 1.2 g |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5.5 - 8; dH range: 25 |
Distribution: |
South America: Tapajós River basin. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Feeds on worms, crustaceans and plant matter (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: 07 November 2018 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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