The Santos killi (Atlantirivulus santensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Rivulidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The Santos killi is a small egg-laying killifish (Rivulidae) from shallow, slow-flowing fresh water of the coastal region of southeastern Brazil. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, elongate body; males are brown with rows of red spots and colourful fin margins, females plainer. As a surface fish it lives among floating plants and leaf litter of streams and swamps and snaps at small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Santos killi?
The Santos killi has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Santos killi live?
The Santos killi lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Santos killi get?
The Santos killi grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Santos killi dangerous to humans?
No, the Santos killi is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Atlantirivulus
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