Chelaethiops rukwaensis (Ricardo, 1939)
Lake Rukwa sardine
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.
Diagnosis:   
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


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