| Family: |
Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Cheirodontinae |
| Max. size: |
2.67 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 7; dH range: 2 - 8 |
| Distribution: |
South America: Maracaibo Lake basin in Venezuela. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits small shady streams (Ref. 26543). Feeds on mosquito larvae (Ref. 26543). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 15 January 2021 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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