Hyphessobrycon Iheringi
📖 Overview
Hyphessobrycon Iheringi (Hyphessobrycon iheringi), first described by Fowler, 1941 is a tiny fish in the family Acestrorhamphidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 4.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical 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
Physical description for Hyphessobrycon Iheringi is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hyphessobrycon Iheringi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical South America: known only from type locality, Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hyphessobrycon Iheringi.
🔍 Similar Species
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