The Bonita tetra (Moenkhausia bonita) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Bonita tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Paraguay and upper Parana basins in South America. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender to fairly deep, silvery body, often with a spot on the tail base and a glossy lengthwise band. 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.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bonita tetra?
The Bonita tetra has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Bonita tetra live?
The Bonita tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Bonita tetra get?
The Bonita tetra grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Bonita tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Bonita tetra is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Moenkhausia
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