Acestrorhynchus altus (Red-tailed tetra-chien, toothp)
Description
Acetrorhynchus Altus fish is a freshwater fish that lives in rivers and lakes in South America. It measures approximately 30 centimeters long and has an elongated and slender shape. Its color varies from dark gray to blue-green, with irregular white strips on the body.
The finorhynchus altus fish fins are relatively small compared to its body, but they are very powerful. He uses these fins to quickly propel themselves into water, which allows him to capture his prey easily. Acetrorhynchus Altus fish is mainly feeding small fish and aquatic insects.
Acetrorhynchus Altus fish has a wide and flat head with a wide mouth filled with sharp teeth. His eyes are located on the sides of his head, which gives him a panoramic vision allowing him to easily identify his prey. The AcetRorhynchus Altus fish also has a dorsal fin which extends over the entire length of its back.
Origin
- FamilyCharacidae
- OriginAmazon, Paraguay
Characteristics
- Adult size35 cm
- BehaviourAggressive
- FoodCarnivorous
Water parameters
- Water typeFreshwater, hot
- Temperature21 - 27 °C
- pH5.9 - 7.2
Data to check
Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).
Dimorphism
Unknown of our day.
Reproduction
It only reproduces 3 or 4 times in his life, so she is little known.
