Author: Géry & Boutière, 1964
FBname: False rummynose tetra
Remark: See Géry & Mahnert (1986) for remarks on taxonomy and distribution.
Comments: Feeds on worms, small crustaceans and plant matter (Ref. 7020).  Aquarium keeping:  in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 80 cm (Ref. 51539).