Rivulus azurescens Vermeulen, 2013
photo by Vermeulen, F.

Family:  Rivulidae (Rivulines), subfamily: Rivulinae
Max. size:  5.66 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 5.8
Distribution:  South America: Colombia.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal soft rays (total): 10-10; Anal soft rays: 16-16; Vertebrae: 33-33
Biology:  Inhabits a steep mountain creek under primary forest canopy with clear swift running water, stony cascading profile, no aquatic vegetation, temperature 20 °C at 19.45 hours and pH 5.8 (Ref. 95022).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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