The Glass characin (Saccoderma hastata) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The glass characin is a small South American characin (Characidae) from fresh water of northern South America, including the Magdalena basin. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, strongly translucent, silvery body with a shiny longitudinal band. As a schooling fish it swims in clear streams and rivers and snaps at small zooplankton and insect larvae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Glass characin?
The Glass characin has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Glass characin live?
The Glass characin lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Glass characin get?
The Glass characin grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Glass characin dangerous to humans?
No, the Glass characin is harmless to humans.
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