| Synonyms | None |
| Distribution | Upper Amazon River Basin, Peru. Most specimens offered for sale in the aquatics trade are captive-bred. |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Females grow slightly larger and appear wider when viewed from above. Males are slimmer. |
| Maximum Size | 4cm (1.58”) |
| Water Parameters | Captive-raised specimens will adapt to a wide range of water conditions, providing that good water quality is maintained. |
| Temperature | 21-25 deg C (69-77 deg F) |
| Compatibility | Community |
| Lighting | No special requirements |