The Tetra (Serrapinnus piaba) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The piaba tetra is a minute characin from fresh water of eastern and northeastern Brazil. The species reaches only about 4 cm and has a slender, silvery body with fine markings; breeding males have some yellow and black accents in the fins. It schools in slow streams, pools and reservoirs and feeds on small zooplankton, algae and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tetra?
The Tetra has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Tetra live?
The Tetra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Tetra get?
The Tetra grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Tetra dangerous to humans?
No, the Tetra is harmless to humans.
Is the Tetra edible?
The Tetra is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Serrapinnus
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