The Parana sabretooth tetra (Oligosarcus paranensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 21 cm.
Description
The Parana sabretooth tetra is a predatory characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Parana and Paraguay basins in South America. The species grows to about 20 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with a large mouth and prominent canine teeth. As a schooling open-water hunter it darts at smaller fish, insects and shrimp in rivers and lakes. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Parana sabretooth tetra?
The Parana sabretooth tetra has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Parana sabretooth tetra live?
The Parana sabretooth tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Parana sabretooth tetra get?
The Parana sabretooth tetra grows to a maximum of about 21 cm.
Is the Parana sabretooth tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Parana sabretooth tetra is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Oligosarcus
More from the family Characidae
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