Astyanax Clavitaeniatus
📖 Overview
Astyanax Clavitaeniatus (Astyanax clavitaeniatus), first described by Garutti, 2003 is a small fish in the family Acestrorhamphidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 7.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Acestrorhamphidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Astyanax Clavitaeniatus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astyanax Clavitaeniatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: rio Branco of the Amazon basin in Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Astyanax Clavitaeniatus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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