Species:  Fluviphylax simplex
Description: Costa, 1996
Etymology: From the Latin 'simplex' (simple), an allusion to the open cephalic sensory canals.
References: Ichthyol. Explor. Freshwaters, 1996, 7 (2): 111-130

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Abstract:  
Synonyms:
  • "Manaus Lampeye"
  • Fluviphylax Pygmaeus
  • Fluviphylax sp. "Manaus"
  • Type Locality: Igarapé of lago José-Açu, Parintins.
    Distribution: Brazil: Estado do Amazonas, rio Solimőes-Amazonas, between lago Miuá (Codajás) and the mouth of rio Tapajós, and lower rios Trobetas and Tapajós.
    Biotope:  
    Size: 1 - 1.6 cm
    Characteristics: Extremely large eyes like all members of this genus. Flat back, dorsal fin set well back behind the anal fin, mouth pointing upwards typical of surface dwelling fish.
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    History:
  • Seegers (2000):84
  • Fluviphylax Pygmaeus Sterba (1990):575
  • Riehl & Baensch (1991):448
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