The Uruguay tetra (Cheirodon interruptus) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Uruguay tetra is a small tetra from the La Plata basin in South America, in Argentina, Uruguay and southern Brazil. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a shiny lateral band, characteristic of the tetras. It forms schools in calm rivers, streams and pools and feeds as an omnivore on small zooplankton, insects and plant matter. The fish is harmless to humans, occurs in the aquarium trade and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Uruguay tetra?
The Uruguay tetra has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Uruguay tetra live?
The Uruguay tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Uruguay tetra get?
The Uruguay tetra grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Uruguay tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Uruguay tetra is harmless to humans.
Is the Uruguay tetra edible?
The Uruguay tetra is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Cheirodon
More from the family Characidae
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