Species Profile:  Phallichthys tico

Description

Livebearer native to Costa Rica. Found in shallow, slow-flowing turbid waters connected to marshy areas, usually over muddy bottoms near shoreline plants. Feeds on algae, ooze, and sometimes insect larvae.

Category:   Livebearers

Global Region:   Central America

Distribution:   Costa Rica: Upper San Juan River

CARES Classification:  Vulnerable

IUCN Red List Status:  Vulnerable

 

Aquarists keeping this Species

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