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The Bryconops tetra (Bryconops affinis) is a freshwater fish of the family Iguanodectidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Fresh water of northern and central South America, in clear, flowing rivers and streams.
Description
The Bryconops tetra is a slender, silvery characin of the family Iguanodectidae reaching about 12 cm. The streamlined body has an adipose fin (as in many characins), an upturned mouth and often red or yellow tints in the tail fin; the large eyes suit hunting just below the surface. The species comes from northern and central South America and lives in fast schools in clear, flowing rivers and streams. It hunts insects and small invertebrates at and just below the water surface, including insects that fall on the water. In the rainy season it spawns. Through its great numbers it is an important prey fish for larger species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bryconops tetra?
The Bryconops tetra has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Slender, silvery tetra-like small fish with an adipose fin, an upturned mouth and often red or yellow tints in the caudal fin; a fast surface swimmer.
Where does the Bryconops tetra live?
The Bryconops tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Fresh water of northern and central South America, in clear, flowing rivers and streams.
How big does the Bryconops tetra get?
The Bryconops tetra grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Bryconops tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Bryconops tetra is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bryconops tetra edible?
The Bryconops tetra is not usually eaten.
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