Fin's Fish Guide
The Blood characin (Hyphessobrycon eques) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The serpae tetra is a small, colourful tetra from the Amazon and Paraguay basins in South America. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a deep, orange-red body with a dark shoulder spot and a black-and-red dorsal fin. It forms lively schools in calm, plant-rich waters and feeds on small invertebrates, insect larvae and plant matter. It is a very popular aquarium fish. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blood characin?
The Blood characin has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a plain pattern. Orange-red with a shoulder blotch and a black-and-red dorsal fin; popular aquarium fish
Where does the Blood characin live?
The Blood characin lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Amazon and Paraguay basins
How big does the Blood characin get?
The Blood characin grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Blood characin dangerous to humans?
No, the Blood characin is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Blood characin edible?
The Blood characin is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Hyphessobrycon
More from the family Characidae
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