Astyanax asuncionensis Géry, 1972
photo by Cavallaro, M.R./Froehlich, O.

Family:  Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stethaprioninae
Max. size:  15 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  South America: Paraguay and lower Paraná River basins.
Diagnosis:  Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 30-32
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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