Fin's Fish Guide
The Dwarf tetra (Microschemobrycon guaporensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The dwarf tetra is a very small characin (Characidae) from South America. The species is minute, slender and translucent with fine shiny markings. It lives in schools in quiet, often clear parts of streams and rivers, among vegetation and leaf litter. At and near the bottom it snaps small zooplankton, micro-invertebrates and detritus. It is a prey fish for larger species. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Dwarf tetra?
The Dwarf tetra has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Minute, translucent small schooling tetra from the Guapore basin.
Where does the Dwarf tetra live?
The Dwarf tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. South America; calm parts of streams and rivers.
How big does the Dwarf tetra get?
The Dwarf tetra grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Dwarf tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Dwarf tetra is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Dwarf tetra edible?
The Dwarf tetra is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Microschemobrycon
More from the family Characidae
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