Bryconops affinis (Günther, 1864)
Orangefin tetra
photo by Brosse, S.

Family:  Iguanodectidae ("Lizard bite tetras")
Max. size:  12 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5.5 - 7.5; dH range: 20
Distribution:  South America: coastal streams of the Guiana Shield.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Swims incessantly. Common and ubiquitous but is more frequently encountered at low tide in creeks with swift-flowing waters. Feeds on plants and various invertebrates (Ref. 12225).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 10 September 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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