aquarium
📖 Overview
aquarium (Taeniacara candidi), first described by Myers, 1935 is a tiny fish. Adults typically reach 3.30 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 important as a food fish.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for aquarium is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for aquarium is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
The male is very active sexually and it spawns with several females, even at the same time. Females care for the eggs and larvae. They even chew the fry loose from the egg case after a few days of development . Female attaches the offspring at the ceiling of caves .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.5 - ? ; dH range: 5 - ?. Tropical; 25°C - 28°C South America: Amazon River basin, in the lower Negro River, and along the Amazon River to the Tapajós River.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for aquarium is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for aquarium has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
📊 Population Dynamics
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