aquarium
📖 Overview
aquarium (Nannostomus marginatus), first described by Eigenmann, 1909 is a tiny fish in the family Lebiasinidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 3.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Lebiasinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for aquarium is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for aquarium is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.8 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 15. Tropical; 24°C - 26°C South America: Lower to middle Amazon River, Colombia east of the Andes, Guyana, Peru east of the Andes, Suriname and Venezuela east of the Andes.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Dwarf Pencilfish |
| 🌍CES | drobnoústka trpasličí |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | Kääpiösuppusuu |
| 🇵🇱Polish | Drobnoustek obrzeżony |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Peixe-lápis · Torpedinho |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Карликовый нанностом |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nannostomus marginatus picturatus | Hoedeman | 1954 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect aquarium.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 18 records indexed .
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