| Family: |
Auchenipteridae (Driftwood catfishes), subfamily: Centromochlinae |
| Max. size: |
3.6 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; freshwater; pH range: 8; depth range 1 - 2 m |
| Distribution: |
South America: Meta, Apure and Masparro River basins. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits whitewater streams and rivers. Found in near-shore areas with sand and gravel bottoms in moderate to fairly swift current. Matures at 2.2-3.6 cm SL. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 01 March 2007 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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