The Xingu tetra (Macropsobrycon xinguensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Xingu tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Xingu basin in the Amazon region of Brazil. The species grows to about 3 cm and has a slender, partly translucent, silvery body with fine dark markings. As a schooling fish it swims in clear rivers and streams and eats small insects, larvae and plankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Xingu tetra?
The Xingu tetra has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Xingu tetra live?
The Xingu tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Xingu tetra get?
The Xingu tetra grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Xingu tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Xingu tetra is harmless to humans.
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