Piabinha (Compsura heterura) is a ray-finned fish of the family Characidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.6, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Physical description for Piabinha is currently being compiled.
Behavioural data for Piabinha is currently being reviewed.
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: São Francisco and Parnaíba River basins, and Atlantic versant rivers of Ceará, Rio Grande do Norte, Paraíba and Pernambuco, Brazil.
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | brykon velkošupinný · kompsura brazilská |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Matrinchã · Piabinha |
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheirodon heterura | Eigenmann | 1915 | Synonym |
The following diseases are known to affect Piabinha.
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