The Rio Negro tetra (Hyphessobrycon epicharis) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Rio Negro tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Rio Negro area in the Amazon basin. The species grows to about 3 cm and has a slender, partly translucent body. The body bears a dark stripe and a shoulder spot in blackwater. As a schooling fish it swims in clear streams and rivers and eats small insects, larvae and plant material. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Rio Negro tetra?
The Rio Negro tetra has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Rio Negro tetra live?
The Rio Negro tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Rio Negro tetra get?
The Rio Negro tetra grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Rio Negro tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Rio Negro tetra is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Hyphessobrycon
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