Iguanodectes variatus

Iguanodectes variatus

Ten Point Three Centimeters Iguanodectid Fish of South American Waters

Tropical
Southern Hemisphere
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
South America
Small
Tropical fish

Iguanodectes variatus is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Iguanodectidae. This species is found in South America. It has a minor presence in the aquarium trade, but lacks the popularity that would make excessive wild capture a legitimate threat.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Characins
Family: Iguanodectidae
Genus: Iguanodectes
Maximum length: 10.3 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: South America: Branco, Guaporé, Trombetas, and Urubu River basins in Brazil.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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