Scolichthys iota Rosen, 1967
Dashed toothcarp

Family:  Poeciliidae (Poeciliids), subfamily: Poeciliinae
Max. size:  2.5 cm TL (male/unsexed); 3.5 cm (female)
Environment:  pelagic; freshwater
Distribution:  Central America: Rio Chajmaic in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in a river with dense vegetation. Occurs along with Xiphophorus signum.
IUCN Red List Status: Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 16 October 2019 (D2) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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