Simpsonichthys bokermanni (Carvalho & da Cruz, 1987)
Simpsonichthys bokermanni
photo by Sazima, I.

Family:  Rivulidae (Rivulines), subfamily: Cynolebiinae
Max. size:  6.5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory
Distribution:  South America: Cachoeira River basin in Brazil.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Bottom spawner, 2-3 months incubation. Is easy to maintain in the aquarium (Ref. 27139).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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