Hyphessobrycon Rheophilus
📖 Overview
This species is often found near or at rapids with swift water currents and rocky bottoms. It can also be found in clear water, black water and relatively muddy rivers .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal soft rays: 16 - 19; Vertebrae: 33 - 34. This species can be distinguished from its congeners by having an interrupted lateral line, besides a single perforated scale on caudal peduncle and a small dark spots on dorsal procurrent caudal-fin rays .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hyphessobrycon Rheophilus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Brazil, Venezuela and Colombia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hyphessobrycon Rheophilus.
🔍 Similar Species
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