Aphyocharax agassizii

Aphyocharax agassizii

Tricuspid teeth may line two thirds of the maxilla

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

Aphyocharax agassizii is a freshwater fish living in rivers and streams. One feature is particularly easy to remember: Tricuspid teeth may line two thirds of the maxilla.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Characins
Family: Characidae
Genus: Aphyocharax
Maximum length: 3.3 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: South America: Amazon River basin in Brazil.
Conservation status: DDData Deficient

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