Acarra pixuna
Hypselecara coryphaenoides
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Freshwater
Comprimento Máximo
16,0 cm
Família
Sobre
Hypselecara coryphaenoides is a freshwater cichlid reaching about 16 cm, found in South American river systems. Known locally as 'Acarra pixuna', it is a deep-bodied cichlid inhabiting slow-moving rivers and flooded forest areas of the Amazon basin.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies) |
| Família | Cichlidae (Cichlids) |
| Espécies | Hypselecara coryphaenoides |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Acarra pixuna get?
Acarra pixuna can grow up to 16.0 cm long.
What family does Acarra pixuna belong to?
Acarra pixuna (Hypselecara coryphaenoides) belongs to the family Cichlidae (Cichlids) in the order Cichliformes (Cichlids and allies).
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