| Family: |
Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stethaprioninae |
| Max. size: |
3.23 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5.5 - 7.5; dH range: 15 |
| Distribution: |
South America: Paraguay River basin. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Feeds on worms, small crustaceans and plant matter. In captivity, it swims in the middle and upper water layers of the tank; spawns in the open water and its eggs hatch in 24 to 30 hours (Ref. 7020). Aquarium keeping: in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 60 cm (Ref. 51539). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 07 November 2018 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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