Potamorhina altamazonica (Cope, 1878)
photo by IBAMA

Family:  Curimatidae (Toothless characins)
Max. size:  27 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 7.5; dH range: 18
Distribution:  South America: Amazon and Orinoco River basins. Introduced into northeastern Brazil.
Diagnosis:   
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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