Astyanax scabripinnis (Jenyns, 1842)
Astyanax scabripinnis
photo by Sazima, I.

Family:  Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stethaprioninae
Max. size:  15.6 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: 18
Distribution:  South America: Brazil and Argentina.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 1-1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9-9; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 22-22
Biology:  Occurs in lentic environment (Ref. 11229).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 07 November 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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