The Blackline tetra (Acinocheirodon melanogramma) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The Blackline tetra is a characin (Characidae) from clear streams and rivers of the Sao Francisco basin in Brazil in South America. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, silvery body with an adipose fin and often a shiny lengthwise stripe or tail spot. As a social schooling fish it swims in the water column and snaps at small plankton, insect larvae and plant matter. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackline tetra?
The Blackline tetra has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Blackline tetra live?
The Blackline tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Blackline tetra get?
The Blackline tetra grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Blackline tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackline tetra is harmless to humans.
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