| Characidae (Characins), subfamily: Incertae sedis |
| 2.22 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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pelagic; pH range: 5 - 7; dH range: 1 - 2 |
| South America: Blackwater or clearwater stream tributaries of the Solimões River. |
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| Feeds on worms, small insects, crustaceans and plant matter. In tank, female lays a relatively small number of eggs, which hatch in about 24 hours (Ref. 7020). Most popular aquarium fish. Aquarium keeping: in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 60 cm (Ref. 51539). |
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Not Evaluated
(Ref. 96402)
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| harmless |
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