Bryconamericus terrabensis Meek, 1914
Bryconamericus terrabensis
photo by Molina, A.

Family:  Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stevardiinae
Max. size:  9 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  Central America: Costa Rica.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits creeks and brooks of moderate to high current velocity in between 60 to 940 m elevation. Feeds on seeds and other vegetable matter and insects (Ref. 36880).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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