Acestrorhynchus maculipinna facts for kids
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Acestrorhynchus maculipinna is a type of fish. It belongs to the Acestrorhynchidae family. Two scientists, Naércio Aquino de Menezes and Jacques Géry, first described it in 1983. This fish lives in the famous Amazon River. It can grow up to 7.9 centimeters (about 3.1 inches) long. This measurement is called its standard length.
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About Acestrorhynchus maculipinna
Acestrorhynchus maculipinna is a small fish. It is known for its unique features. Scientists gave it its name in 1983. This helps us learn more about different fish species.
Where it Lives
This fish makes its home in the Amazon River. The Amazon River is a very large river. It flows through South America. Many different kinds of animals live there. The river's environment is important for this fish.
How Big it Gets
The Acestrorhynchus maculipinna is not a very big fish. It can reach a maximum standard length of 7.9 centimeters. This is about the length of a small finger. Standard length means the measurement from the tip of its nose to the base of its tail.
Its Conservation Status
The Acestrorhynchus maculipinna is currently listed as "Least Concern" by the IUCN Red List. The IUCN Red List is a group that checks on animals. They see if animals are in danger. "Least Concern" means the fish is not at high risk. It is not likely to become extinct soon.
This fish is doing well for a few reasons. People do not fish for it much in its home area. Also, its environment seems healthy. This helps the fish population stay strong.
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In Spanish: Acestrorhynchus maculipinna para niños
