Family: |
Iguanodectidae ("Lizard bite tetras") |
Max. size: |
12 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5.5 - 7.5; dH range: 20 |
Distribution: |
South America: coastal streams of the Guiana Shield. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Swims incessantly. Common and ubiquitous but is more frequently encountered at low tide in creeks with swift-flowing waters. Feeds on plants and various invertebrates (Ref. 12225). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 10 September 2020 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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