Hyphessobrycon clavatus
| Scientific name | Hyphessobrycon clavatus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Zarske |
| Year of description | 2015 |
| IUCN category (World) | NE |
| Family | Characidae |
| Genus | Hyphessobrycon |
Introduction
Hyphessobrycon clavatus is a little fresh water fish from the Amérique du Sud.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size2 cm
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Maximum size3 cm
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Average size2 cm
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Maximum size3 cm
How to recognize Hyphessobrycon clavatus ?
Hyphessobrycon clavatus measures between 2 and 3 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in shoals
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territorialNo
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Way of livingdiurnal
Hyphessobrycon clavatus is a fish living in shoals naturally found at mid-depth. This species is carnivorous . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
n general, this species does not care much about other animals crossing its path.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond en eau libre
Hyphessobrycon clavatus is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature24 - 26 °C
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pH (acidity)5.5 - 7
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gh (hardness)2 - 10
Biotope presentation
This animal evolves in areas characterized by a strong presence of vegetation (aquatic and marsh plants, decaying organic matter, roots...).
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