Calypso tetra
📖 Overview
Inhabits clear to slightly turbid standing water at low elevations and along the edges of swamps . Occurs frequently in brackish waters . Maximum length of aquarium specimen 4.0 TL .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Calypso tetra is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Calypso tetra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.5 - 6.0. Tropical; 22°C - 23°C Central America: Trinidad.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aphyocharax axelrodi | Travassos | 1959 | Synonym |
| Megalamphodus axelrodi | Travassos | 1959 | Synonym |
| Pristella axelrodi | Travassos | 1959 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Calypso tetra.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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