Fin's Fish Guide
The Poi tetra (Hypobrycon poi) is a fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The Poi tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from clear streams and rivers of the upper Uruguay basin in southern Brazil. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, often translucent body with an adipose fin and sometimes fine red or black markings. As a social schooling fish it swims in the middle and upper layer and snaps at small zooplankton, insect larvae and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Poi tetra?
The Poi tetra is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Poi tetra live?
The Poi tetra is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Poi tetra get?
The Poi tetra grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Poi tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Poi 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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