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The Charax tectifer is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
Charax tectifer is a characin (Characidae) from western South America (upper Amazon basin). The species reaches about 14 cm and has a deep, semi-transparent, compressed body with a humped back and an upturned mouth. It lives in rivers and streams and often holds itself at an oblique angle in the water. The diet consists of small invertebrates; the species is possibly a partial scale-eater that nips scales from other fishes. Through its glassy body it is hard to see in the water column. Little is yet known about the precise ecology of the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Charax tectifer?
The Charax tectifer has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Deep, semi-transparent body with a humped back; possibly a scale-eater.
Where does the Charax tectifer live?
The Charax tectifer lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Western South America, in the upper reaches of the Amazon basin.
How big does the Charax tectifer get?
The Charax tectifer grows to a maximum of about 14 cm. On average the species is around 9 cm.
Is the Charax tectifer dangerous to humans?
No, the Charax tectifer is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Charax tectifer edible?
The Charax tectifer is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Charax
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