The Hyphessobrycon minimus is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Description
The dwarf tetra is a minute characin from fresh water of northern South America. The species reaches only about 2 cm and has a slender, partly translucent body with fine markings. It schools in clear, slow streams and pools among water plants and feeds on small zooplankton and insect larvae. The fish is harmless to humans and has no commercial value. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Hyphessobrycon minimus?
The Hyphessobrycon minimus has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Hyphessobrycon minimus live?
The Hyphessobrycon minimus lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Hyphessobrycon minimus get?
The Hyphessobrycon minimus grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Hyphessobrycon minimus dangerous to humans?
No, the Hyphessobrycon minimus is harmless to humans.
Is the Hyphessobrycon minimus edible?
The Hyphessobrycon minimus is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Hyphessobrycon
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