Hyphessobrycon Acaciae
📖 Overview
Hyphessobrycon Acaciae (Hyphessobrycon acaciae), first described by Pedreros, 2010 is a tiny fish in the family Acestrorhamphidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 2.90 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
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal soft rays: 23 - 24; Vertebrae: 32 - 33. Can be diagnosed by having the following characters: no bony hooks on fins of mature males; 14 teeth on the dentary; and anal fin with 4 simple rays .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hyphessobrycon Acaciae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Colombia (upper Orinoco River basin).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hyphessobrycon Acaciae.
🔍 Similar Species
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