Metynnis maculatus (Kner, 1858)
Spotted metynnis
Metynnis maculatus
photo by JJPhoto

Family:  Serrasalmidae (Piranhas and pacus), subfamily: Serrasalminae
Max. size:  18 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  pelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 7.19999980926514; dH range: 10
Distribution:  South America: Amazon and Paraguay River basins.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  This fish feeds on fruits and plants, and in extreme conditions or in captivity, may go for fish, crustaceans or maybe meat, but still are not considered dangerous.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 07 November 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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