The Largescale predator tetra (Heterocharax macrolepis) is a freshwater fish of the family Acestrorhynchidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The largescale predator tetra is a small South American characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Amazon and Orinoco basins. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, translucent, silvery body with large eyes and small canine teeth. As a predatory schooling fish it swims in quiet, plant-rich waters and hunts small zooplankton, insect larvae and smaller fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Largescale predator tetra?
The Largescale predator tetra has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Largescale predator tetra live?
The Largescale predator tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Largescale predator tetra get?
The Largescale predator tetra grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Largescale predator tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Largescale predator tetra is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Heterocharax
More from the family Acestrorhynchidae
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