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  • Hyphessobrycon elachys
  • Hyphessobrycon elachys
  • Hyphessobrycon elachys
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Scientific NameHyphessobrycon elachys    Weitzman, 1985
Common NameSedge Tetra
Type LocalityRío Aguaray-guazu system, 3 kilometers northeast of Lima, San Pedro Dept., Paraguay, 23°55'S, 56°29'W.
Synonym(s)
Pronunciationhi fess oh bry kon
EtymologyHyphessobrycon: hyphesson, -on, -on = a little smaller + Greek, bryko = to bite. 
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Size18mm or 0.7" SL. Find near, nearer or same sized spp.
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Distribution
La Plata, Paraná, Paraguay (click on these areas to find other species found there)

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IUCN Red List Category
Least Concern
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pH6.0 - 7.2
Temperature24.0-27.0°C or 75.2-80.6°F (Show species within this range)
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Suggested TankmatesAs a shoaling fish, a group of five or more is definitely preferred.
Breeding ReportsThere is no breeding report.
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ReferenceProceedings of the Biological Society of Washington v. 98 (no. 4), pp 800, Figs. 1-5
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Last UpdateThu Jan 01, 1970 1:00 am (Species record created: Sun Oct 27, 2024 11:34 am)