apistogramma velifera (apistogramma velifera) in Apistogramma velifera inhabits calm, shallow streams with dense vegetation in the Amazon rainforest.
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apistogramma velifera

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apistogramma veliferaESA Categories -fish

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    apistogramma velifera

  • Regions

    ColombiaVenezuelaBrazil

  • Population

    The population of Apistogramma velifera is estimated to be stable in the wild.

  • Habitat

    Apistogramma velifera inhabits calm, shallow streams with dense vegetation in the Amazon rainforest.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.1, and 3

Regions

Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru

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