Moenkhausia Solaris
📖 Overview
Moenkhausia Solaris (Moenkhausia solaris), first described by Silva, Santana & Marinho, 2025 is a small fish in the family Acestrorhamphidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 5.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Anal soft rays: 17 - 21; Vertebrae: 32 - 33. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Moenkhausia Solaris is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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