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Hyphessobricon sp. 008
Hyphessobricon sp.
GWP #008 >>>>>

Collected in large lakes near shore in and around aquatic plants or grass vegetation.

Water is often turbid and stained with organic matter.

Water temperatures near shore can become very warm during the sunny hours and this species tolerates it well.

Fast swimmer. Somewhat shy aquarium dwellers.

Common Name:
 
Local Name:
Sardina
Family:
Characidae
Origin:
Madre de Dios, Peru
AdultSize:
2 inches (5 cm)
Social:
Shy
Tank Level:
Mid level
Diet:
Omnivore, eats most foods
Temperature:
64-90 F (15 C min)

 

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