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Anostomidae

Leporinus britskii

Leporinus britskii

Ten Centimeters Anostomid Fish from South American Waters

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

Leporinus britskii is a freshwater fish found around South America. It inhabits freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 10 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Characins
Family: Anostomidae
Genus: Leporinus
Maximum length: 10 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: elongated
Distribution: South America: Tapajós and Jari drainages in Brazil.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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