| Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stethaprioninae |
| 8 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 7; dH range: 4 |
| South America: Amazon, Orinoco, La Plata, Approuague, Maroni and Mana River basins. |
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| Can jump out of the water to escape predators. Feeds on small crustaceans; otherwise omnivore. |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 04 March 2021 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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