Pygmy rainbowfish
📖 Overview
Occurs in fast flowing streams interrupted by frequent cascades or rapids. Usually inhabits the deeper pools, often at the base of waterfalls with very clear water and a primarily solid rock bottom with little or no vegetative cover . Inhabits pools and rivulets on sandstone terraces . Seen in schools containing up to 50 or more individuals . Both sexes can become sexually mature at 2.3 cm SL A popular aquarium species that thrives in captivity .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pygmy rainbowfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pygmy rainbowfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 0 - 1 m. Tropical; 14°S - 16°S West Kimberley district, northwestern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pygmy rainbowfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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