The Spotfin tetra (Serrapinnus calliurus) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The spotfin tetra is a small characin (Characidae) from slow-flowing fresh water of the Parana and Paraguay basin in South America. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a dark tail spot; courting males have finely extended fins. As a social schooling fish it swims among water plants and snaps at small zooplankton, insect larvae and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Spotfin tetra?
The Spotfin tetra has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Spotfin tetra live?
The Spotfin tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Spotfin tetra get?
The Spotfin tetra grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Spotfin tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Spotfin tetra is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Serrapinnus
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