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The Redanal tetra (Hemigrammus analis) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The redanal tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from fresh water of the Amazon basin in South America. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, silvery, partly translucent body with a reddish tinge on the anal fin and a dark tail-base spot. It lives in schools in clear streams and eats small zooplankton, larvae and plant material. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Redanal tetra?
The Redanal tetra has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Redanal tetra live?
The Redanal tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. South America: Brazil, Guyana, Venezuela
How big does the Redanal tetra get?
The Redanal tetra grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Redanal tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Redanal tetra is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Hemigrammus
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