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Simpsonichthys constanciae (Myers, 1942) Featherfin pearlfish |
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Karma Farm Aquatics |
| Family: | Rivulidae (Rivulines), subfamily: Cynolebiinae | |||
| Max. size: | 6 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory | |||
| Distribution: | South America: Brazil. | |||
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| Biology: | Aquarium conditions preferred: pH=7, H=10, 22°C, with rocks, plants and driftwood. Egg laying peaceful community fish (Ref. 6398). Bottom spawner, 4 months incubation. Is easy to maintain in the aquarium (Ref. 27139). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 01 August 1996 (B1+2ac+3bd) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||