The Redeye silver characin (Stethaprion erythrops) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Redeye silver characin is a small South American characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Amazon and Orinoco basins in South America. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a deep, strongly laterally compressed, silvery body with a sharp belly edge and large eyes. As a schooling fish it swims in quiet river reaches and eats small zooplankton, insects and plant material. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Redeye silver characin?
The Redeye silver characin has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Redeye silver characin live?
The Redeye silver characin lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Redeye silver characin get?
The Redeye silver characin grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Redeye silver characin dangerous to humans?
No, the Redeye silver characin is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Stethaprion
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