Moenkhausia Chrysargyrea
📖 Overview
Abundant and very ubiquitous; found throughout the length of rivers . Prefers slow moving waters of small creeks where the substrate can be very variable (sand, rocks, plant debris) .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Moenkhausia Chrysargyrea is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Moenkhausia Chrysargyrea is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Moenkhausia Chrysargyrea is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Moenkhausia Chrysargyrea is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.0 - 7.2; dH range: 8 - 20. Tropical; 23°C - 28°C South America: Guianas coastal rivers and the Amazon River basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tetragonopterus chrysargyreus | Günther | 1864 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 291 records indexed .
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