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Chelaethiops rukwaensis (Ricardo, 1939) Lake Rukwa sardine |
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photo by
Seegers, L. |
| Family: | Danionidae (Danios), subfamily: Chedrinae | |||
| Max. size: | 10 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 8.5 | |||
| Distribution: | Africa: endemic to Lake Rukwa. | |||
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| Biology: | Maximum TL was recorded at 8 cm (Ref. 2801). Might support a substantial fishery if developed (Ref. 4967). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 31 January 2006 (D2) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||