The Copeina (Copella arnoldi) is a freshwater fish of the family Lebiasinidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The splash tetra is a small characin (Lebiasinidae) from northern South America. The species is slender and yellow-brown with reddish fin tips; males have larger fins. It is famous for its remarkable breeding: a pair leaps out of the water together and lays its eggs on an overhanging leaf above the water, after which the male keeps the eggs moist with tail-splashes until they hatch. It lives in calm streams and blackwater. As an omnivore it eats worms, insects and small crustaceans. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Copeina?
The Copeina has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Copeina live?
The Copeina lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Copeina get?
The Copeina grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Copeina dangerous to humans?
No, the Copeina is harmless to humans.
Is the Copeina edible?
The Copeina is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Copella
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