Cardinal toothcarp
📖 Overview
An insectivorous fish which lives in stagnant waters and in currents of low to moderate velocity, between 20 and 100 m of elevation. Inhabits surface or midwaters of creeks and streams where temperature varies between 22-30°C .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Body with 12 dark bars on the sides, usually more prominent in males. Caudal fin margin orange with darkened submarginal band in males; tail usually has vertical series of dark streaks near the fin base rather than on the margin. Distal half of dorsal margin orange with black margin. Anal fin yellowish with black blotch .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cardinal toothcarp is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Cardinal toothcarp is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Cardinal toothcarp is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; pH range: 7.2 - 8.0; dH range: ? - 10; non-migratory. Tropical; 22°C - 30°C Central America: Costa Rica and Panama.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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