The Paraguay tetra (Odontostilbe paraguayensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The Paraguay tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Paraguay and Parana basins in South America. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a spot on the tail base. 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 Paraguay tetra?
The Paraguay tetra has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Paraguay tetra live?
The Paraguay tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Paraguay tetra get?
The Paraguay tetra grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Paraguay tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Paraguay tetra is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Odontostilbe
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