Fin's Fish Guide
The Creek tetra (Bryconamericus scleroparius) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The creek tetra is a small characin from fresh water of Central America, from Honduras to Panama. The species grows to about 11 cm and has a slender, silvery, laterally compressed body with a fine dark lateral stripe. It schools in clear, flowing water of streams and small rivers and feeds on insects, algae and small zooplankton. 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 Creek tetra?
The Creek tetra has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Silvery body with a fine lateral stripe; schooling stream characin
Where does the Creek tetra live?
The Creek tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Central America
How big does the Creek tetra get?
The Creek tetra grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Creek tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Creek 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.
Is the Creek tetra edible?
The Creek tetra is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Bryconamericus
More from the family Characidae
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