| Family: |
Rivulidae (Rivulines), subfamily: Cynolebiinae |
| Max. size: |
5.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory |
| Distribution: |
South America: Upper Paraná River basin in Brazil. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Prefers pH=6.6, Hardness=6, temp.=24°C with rocks, plants and driftwood in the aquarium environment. An egg laying, peaceful community fish (Ref. 6398). Bottom spawner, 2 months incubation. Is difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 18 May 2022 (B1ab(iii,iv)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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