The Peruvian creek tetra (Bryconamericus peruanus) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Peruvian creek tetra is a small characin from fresh water of western Peru and Ecuador. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a slender, silvery, laterally compressed body with a fine dark lateral stripe. It schools in clear, flowing streams and small rivers and feeds on insects, small zooplankton and algae. The fish is harmless to humans and has no commercial value. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Peruvian creek tetra?
The Peruvian creek tetra has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Peruvian creek tetra live?
The Peruvian creek tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Peruvian creek tetra get?
The Peruvian creek tetra grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Peruvian creek tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Peruvian creek tetra is harmless to humans.
Is the Peruvian creek tetra edible?
The Peruvian creek tetra is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Bryconamericus
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