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Simpsonichthys santanae (Shibatta & Garavello, 1992) |
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photo by
Judy, T. |
| Family: | Rivulidae (Rivulines), subfamily: Cynolebiinae | |||
| Max. size: | 3 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory | |||
| Distribution: | South America: Paraná River basin. | |||
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| Biology: | Bottom spawner, 3 months incubation. Is difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 07 November 2018 (B1ab(iii)+2ab(iii)) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||