Fin's Fish Guide
The Flame tail tetra (Aphyocharax erythrurus) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The redtail tetra is a characin (Characidae) from northern South America. The species is a small, lively fish with a slender, silvery body and conspicuously red-coloured fins, especially the tail, to which the name refers. It lives in schools in rivers and streams, where in the open water column and at the surface it hunts insects, small zooplankton and other drifting food. It is popular in the aquarium hobby. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Flame tail tetra?
The Flame tail tetra has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Strikingly red fins and tail; lively schooling fish for the aquarium.
Where does the Flame tail tetra live?
The Flame tail tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Northern South America; rivers and streams.
How big does the Flame tail tetra get?
The Flame tail tetra grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Flame tail tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Flame tail tetra is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Flame tail tetra edible?
The Flame tail tetra is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Aphyocharax
More from the family Characidae
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