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The Pinto's sabretooth tetra (Oligosarcus pintoi) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Pinto's sabretooth tetra is a predatory characin (Characidae) from fresh water of coastal rivers of southeastern Brazil. The species grows to about 9 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 Pinto's sabretooth tetra?
The Pinto's sabretooth tetra has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Pinto's sabretooth tetra live?
The Pinto's sabretooth tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. South America: Brazil, Paraguay
How big does the Pinto's sabretooth tetra get?
The Pinto's sabretooth tetra grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Pinto's sabretooth tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Pinto's sabretooth tetra is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Oligosarcus
More from the family Characidae
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