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Characodon lateralis Günther, 1866 Rainbow characodon |
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photo by
Artigas Azas, J.M. |
| Family: | Goodeidae (Splitfins), subfamily: Goodeinae | |||
| Max. size: | 4 cm TL (male/unsexed); 5.5 cm TL (female) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 9 - 19 | |||
| Distribution: | North America: Durango, Mexico. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits clear springs with plant growth. Feeds on algae. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Critically Endangered (CR); Date assessed: 18 April 2018 (B1ab(i,ii,iii,iv)) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||