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Metynnis maculatus (Kner, 1858) Spotted metynnis |
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| 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. | |||
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| 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 | |||