Fin's Fish Guide
The Condor tetra (Creagrutus kunturus) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Condor tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from clear streams and rivers of the upper Amazon basin in Ecuador and Peru. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body with an adipose fin and often a dark tail or shoulder spot. As a social schooling fish it swims in the middle and upper layer and snaps at insects, larvae, small invertebrates and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Condor tetra?
The Condor tetra has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Condor tetra live?
The Condor tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. South America: Ecuador, Peru
How big does the Condor tetra get?
The Condor tetra grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Condor tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Condor tetra 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.
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Same genus Creagrutus
More from the family Characidae
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