Global InformationAstyanax clavitaeniatus information
| Astyanax clavitaeniatus | |
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Conservation status
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 Least Concern (IUCN 3.1)[1] | |
Scientific classification 
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| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Characiformes |
| Family: | Characidae |
| Genus: | Astyanax |
| Species: | A. clavitaeniatus
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| Astyanax clavitaeniatus Garutti, 2003
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Astyanax clavitaeniatus is a small species of freshwater fish native to various rivers in the Amazon basin. It is characterized by a club-shaped lateral stripe, which is where it gets its scientific name; "clava" means "club", and "taenia" means "stripe". It is a deep-bodied fish with a silvery base color, which is not uncommon for members of Astyanax. Its markings - including a humeral spot and two vertical brown bars - indicate that it is a part of a species complex centered around congener Astyanax bimaculatus.
A. clavitaeniatus has been assessment as "Least Concern" on the IUCN Red List. It is known to be hardy and adaptable (sometimes to a remarkable degree). These similarities, as well as a widespread habitat, indicate a species at low risk. Other elements that may affect its survivability, such as diet and behavior, have not been the subject of extensive research.
- ^ Lima, F. (2023). "Astyanax clavitaeniatus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2023: e.T164582687A164582691. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2023-1.RLTS.T164582687A164582691.en. Retrieved 7 May 2024.