Family: |
Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Characinae |
Max. size: |
12.7 cm SL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 24.5 g |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 7.5; dH range: 10 - 20, potamodromous |
Distribution: |
Central and South America: Rivers of the Atlantic drainage of the extreme northeast of Panama, through the San Blas region and the Atrato River basin to the Magdalena-Cauca drainage system. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Prefers slightly turbid standing water. Feeds on invertebrates (Ref. 26543). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 20 May 2019 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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