Hyphessobrycon simulatus (Géry, 1960)
Hyphessobrycon simulatus
photo by Hoffmann, P. and M. Hoffmann

Family:  Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stethaprioninae
Max. size:  3 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 6.5; dH range: 15
Distribution:  South America: Maroni, Mana, Sinnamary, Kourou, Comté, Approuague and Oyapock River basins in French Guiana.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  A gregarious species which occurs along swampy, coastal zones. Prefers swamps and lentic waters of rivers. Omnivorous (Ref. 12225).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 20 December 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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