Leporinus microphysus Birindelli & Britski, 2013

Family:  Anostomidae (Headstanders)
Max. size:  12.88 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  South America: Brazil.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  It is found in river rapids with rocky bottoms, covered by Podostemaceae. The largest specimen observed is 12.88, standard length (Ref. 128920).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 07 November 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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