Wide halftooth characin
📖 Overview
Wide halftooth characin (Hemiodus atranalis), first described by Fowler, 1940 is a medium-sized fish in the family Hemiodontidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 20.00 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.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Wide halftooth characin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Wide halftooth characin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Essequibo, Negro, Trombetas, Madeira, Tefé, Solimões and Amazon River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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