Family: |
Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stethaprioninae |
Max. size: |
9 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
pelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
South America. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Occurs in the middle and upper reaches of rivers. Prefers rapidly flowing water of rivers and creeks with sandy and rocky bottoms. Herbivorous (Ref. 12225). |
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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