MALE Austrofundulus guajira, image by Paul Barrow

Austrofundulus guajira    Hrbek, Taphorn & Thomerson, 2005
Synonyms: none
Common Name: none
Family: Rivulidae
Continent: South  America
Distribution: Colombia & Venezuela 
Habitat: freshwater swamps & pools
Food: small live foods and sinking commercial foods
Water Temperature: 21-26°C
Water Chemistry: pH 6.0-8.0
Show Size:    Males [80mm]    Females [80mm]
FBAS Class: F
Temperament: can be aggressive; keep in species tank
Aquarium Size: 30cm or longer
Gender Differences: males have a red trailing edge to the caudal fin; females: plain & plumper
Breeding: easy; egglayer
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