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The Fowler's halftooth tetra (Bivibranchia fowleri) is a freshwater fish of the family Hemiodontidae that grows up to 19 cm.
Description
Fowler's halftooth tetra is a characin from northern South America, known from rivers such as the Rio Negro, Tocantins, Xingu, Tapajos, Madeira, Essequibo and Orinoco. It grows to about 19 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with a protrusible mouth used to suck food from the bottom. Behind the dorsal fin it carries a small adipose fin, characteristic of the characins. The fish lives in tropical fresh water and feeds omnivorously on small bottom organisms. It is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fowler's halftooth tetra?
The Fowler's halftooth tetra has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Protrusible mouth for bottom foraging; small adipose fin
Where does the Fowler's halftooth tetra live?
The Fowler's halftooth tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Northern South America
How big does the Fowler's halftooth tetra get?
The Fowler's halftooth tetra grows to a maximum of about 19 cm.
Is the Fowler's halftooth tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Fowler's halftooth 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 Fowler's halftooth tetra edible?
The Fowler's halftooth tetra is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Bivibranchia
More from the family Hemiodontidae
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