Red-finned rainbowfish
📖 Overview
Relative common in a variety of habitats including tannin-stained creeks in lowland rainforest, larger streams in more open areas and mountain tributaries to an elevation of about 400 m above sea level. Occurs in quiet shaded pools, as well as sunlit sections of larger streams and relatively fast-flowing mountain streams.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 4 - 6; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 19; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 22 - 28.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Red-finned rainbowfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Red-finned rainbowfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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