Family: |
Lebiasinidae (Pencilfishes), subfamily: Lebiasininae |
Max. size: |
16 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.19999980926514 - 7.5; dH range: 25 |
Distribution: |
South America: Ecuador and Peru west of the Andes; also MaraƱon River basin. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Used as a mosquito control (Ref. 26543). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 24 September 2020 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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