Ammocryptocharax elegans (Elegant Characin-Fleche)
Description
The ammocryptocharax Elegans fish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the Characidae family, which also includes piranhas and teat fish. He is from rivers and lakes from South America, where he is mainly present in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.
The ammocryptocharax Elegans ammocryptocharafish has a side -compressed body, with a small mouth and large eyes. Its color generally varies between yellow and green, with darker longitudinal strips that run along its body. The caudal fin is forked, which allows it to maneuver quickly in the water.
The ammocryptocharax Elegans fish is a gregarious fish, which means that it prefers to live in a group with other fish from its species. It feeds mainly on small insects and crustaceans which he finds in the water. Due to its small size, it is also often considered an easy prey for larger predators, such as piscivorous birds and larger fish.
AMMOCRYPTOCHARAX Elegans fish is a popular aquarophilia fish, due to its beauty and ease of maintenance. It is generally maintained in community aquaria with other species of peaceful fish, and it needs a space large enough to swim and move freely. Due to its gregarious lifestyle, it is important to maintain at least one group of these fish together so that they feel safe and healthy.
In conclusion, the ammocryptocharax elegans fish is a gregarious and attractive freshwater fish, originally from South America. Although it is an easy prey for predators, it is popular in aquarophilia because of its beauty and its ease of maintenance.
Origin
- FamilyCharacidae
- OriginBrazil
Characteristics
- Adult size7 cm
- BehaviourAggressive
- FoodCarnivorous
Water parameters
- Water typeFreshwater, hot
- Temperature22 - 28 °C
- pH4.9 - 6.2
Data to check
Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).
