There is a similar looking
species with larger spots which has not been named to science yet.
The "Big Spot araguaiaensis" is also from the Mato Grosso
in Brazil, but in the Rio Cristalino and has the c-number of C045.
Aquarium Care: This is akin to most of this genus,
very peaceful, and would be best housed with small to medium sized
tankmates such as Tetras, Rasboras and Danios or in a species tank
for breeding purposes. Best to purchase
6 individuals or more as they will be happier in a group. Diet:
Readily accepts a mixed and varied diet which includes granular
foods, tablet food, frozen bloodworm and good quality flake to name
but a few.
Common
Name:
None
Synonyms:
None
Family:
Callichthyidaemblycipitidae
Distribution:
South America:
Brazil;
Mato Grosso; Rio Araguaia. Type locality: Rio Araguaia,
Brazil.
