Fin's Fish Guide
The Dashline tetra (Heterocharax virgulatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Acestrorhynchidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The Dashline tetra is a characin (Characidae) from clear rivers and streams of the Amazon basin in South America. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body with an adipose fin. As a social schooling fish it swims in the middle and upper layer and snaps at insects, larvae, small invertebrates and plant matter. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Dashline tetra?
The Dashline tetra has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Dashline tetra live?
The Dashline tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. South America: Brazil, Venezuela
How big does the Dashline tetra get?
The Dashline tetra grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Dashline tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Dashline 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 Heterocharax
More from the family Acestrorhynchidae
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