Metynnis altidorsalis
Metynnis altidorsalis Ahl, 1923
Metynnis altidorsalis
photo by Dubosc, J.


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Family:  Serrasalmidae (Piranhas and pacus), subfamily: Serrasalminae
Max. size:  11.2 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  pelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  South America: North and eastern Guiana Shield rivers.
Diagnosis:   
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 December 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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