| Family: |
Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stevardiinae |
| Max. size: |
6.3 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
South America: Maracaibo Lake basin and Gulf of Venezuela. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found in well oxygenated, fast flowing waters (Ref. 26543). Not encountered above an elevation of 1,000 m (Ref. 26543). Omnivore, feeding on benthic invertebrates and small seeds (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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