| Family: |
Callichthyidae (Callichthyid armored catfishes), subfamily: Corydoradinae |
| Max. size: |
9.9 cm SL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 40.0 g |
| Environment: |
demersal; freshwater; pH range: 5.80000019073486 - 8; dH range: 2 - 30 |
| Distribution: |
South America: Amazon River basin. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits sluggish waters with dense vegetation. Occurs in shallow muddy waters. Feeds on insect larvae, worms and small crustaceans (Ref. 6868). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 15 October 2020 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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