The Guianan tetra (Astyanax guianensis) is a fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Guianan tetra is a very small characin (tetra) from northern South America, in the Guiana Shield. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a shiny lateral stripe and often a dark tail spot. It lives in schools in clear streams and creeks and eats small insects, larvae, algae and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Guianan tetra?
The Guianan tetra is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Guianan tetra live?
The Guianan tetra is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Guianan tetra get?
The Guianan tetra grows to a maximum of about 6 cm. On average the species is around 4 cm.
Is the Guianan tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Guianan tetra is harmless to humans.
Is the Guianan tetra edible?
The Guianan tetra is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Astyanax
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