Strongylura fluviatilis (Regan, 1903)
photo by Robertson, R.

Family:  Belonidae (Needlefishes)
Max. size:  51.7 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  pelagic-neritic; freshwater; brackish; marine; depth range - 0 m
Distribution:  South America: rivers of the western slope of the Andes.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Oviparous (Ref. 205). Eggs may be found attached to objects in the water by tendrils on the egg's surface (Ref. 205).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 16 January 2021 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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