Bryconamericus scleroparius (Regan, 1908)
photo by Molina, A.

Family:  Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stevardiinae
Max. size:  11 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  Central and South America: coastal rivers in Costa Rica, Ecuador and Panama.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Typical of creeks than of large rivers. Inhabits waters of moderate current as well as lakes and more rapid waters. Found between 12 to 600 m in elevation. An aggressive fish which swims in schools. Principal food consists of seeds, leaves and in smaller quantities, insects (Ref. 36880).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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