Charax Hemigrammus
📖 Overview
Charax Hemigrammus (Charax hemigrammus), first described by Eigenmann, 1912 is a tiny fish in the family Characidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 3.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. 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 Characidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Charax Hemigrammus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Charax Hemigrammus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Essequibo and Amazon River basins and Muiá Lake.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asiphonichthys hemigrammus | Eigenmann | 1912 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Charax Hemigrammus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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