Hyphessobrycon Columbianus
📖 Overview
Hyphessobrycon Columbianus (Hyphessobrycon columbianus), first described by Zarske & Géry, 2002 is a small fish in the family Acestrorhamphidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 7.00 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 Data Deficient.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 spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 23 - 24; Vertebrae: 34. Spines are actually undivided soft rays.: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hyphessobrycon Columbianus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical South America: Acandi River basin, Colombia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hyphessobrycon Columbianus.
🔍 Similar Species
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