Odontesthes gracilis
Odontesthes gracilis (Steindachner, 1898)


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Family:  Atherinopsidae (Neotropical silversides), subfamily: Atherinopsinae
Max. size:  6.5 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  Southeast Pacific: Endemic to Juan Fernandez Is.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in schools in caves and inlets very close to the surface or under piers (Ref. 89357).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 01 August 1996 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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