The Bucktooth tetra (Exodon paradoxus) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The bucktooth tetra is a fierce characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Amazon and Rio Branco region in South America. The species grows to about 8 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with two dark spots and yellow and red accents. It is a scale-eater: in schools it attacks other fish to tear off their scales, besides eating insects and small invertebrates. To humans it is harmless.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bucktooth tetra?
The Bucktooth tetra has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Bucktooth tetra live?
The Bucktooth tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Bucktooth tetra get?
The Bucktooth tetra grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Bucktooth tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Bucktooth tetra is harmless to humans.
Is the Bucktooth tetra edible?
Yes, the Bucktooth tetra is commonly eaten.
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