The Eigenmann's splash tetra (Copella eigenmanni) is a freshwater fish of the family Lebiasinidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
Eigenmann's splash tetra is a small characin (Lebiasinidae) from fresh water of the Amazon basin in South America. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, elongate, yellow-brown body with a fine dark longitudinal stripe. As a surface fish it swims just below the surface of slow-flowing streams and eats small insects and larvae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Eigenmann's splash tetra?
The Eigenmann's splash tetra has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Eigenmann's splash tetra live?
The Eigenmann's splash tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Eigenmann's splash tetra get?
The Eigenmann's splash tetra grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Eigenmann's splash tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Eigenmann's splash tetra is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Copella
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