Fin's Fish Guide
The Slender glass tetra (Microschemobrycon elongatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Slender glass tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from clear streams and rivers of the Amazon basin in South America. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, often translucent body with an adipose fin and sometimes a glossy longitudinal stripe. 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 Slender glass tetra?
The Slender glass tetra has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Slender glass tetra live?
The Slender glass tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. South America: Brazil
How big does the Slender glass tetra get?
The Slender glass tetra grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Slender glass tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Slender glass 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 Microschemobrycon
More from the family Characidae
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