Ammocryptocharax vintonae (Characin Dwarf Fleche of Vinton)

Ammocryptocharax vintonae (Characin Dwarf Fleche of Vinton)

Description

The ammocryptocharax Vintonae fish is a freshwater fish native to South America. It belongs to the Characidae family, which also includes fish like Tetras and Piranhas.

The ammocryptocharax vintonae fish is small, measuring about 2.5 centimeters in length. He has an elongated and slender body, with a pointed head and prominent eyes. Its color varies from dark brown to olive, with black and white vertical stripes along its body.

The ammocryptocharax Vintonae fish is a gregarious fish that lives in groups in the shallow waters of rivers and streams from South America. It feeds mainly on small insects and plankton, which it hunts by filtering the water through its gills.

AMMOCRYPTOCHARAX VINTONAE fish is considered a endangered species due to the loss and fragmentation of its habitat in the region. Many efforts have been made to protect this species and preserve its natural habitat.

In summary, the ammocryptocharax Vintonae fish is a small gregarious freshwater fish from South America, which is threatened due to the loss of its habitat. Its main feature is its dark brown color with black and white vertical stripes along its body.

Origin

  • Family : Characidae
  • Origin : Guyana: Membaru river

Features

  • Adult size : 4 cm
  • Behaviour : Pleasant
  • Food : Carnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 22 - 28 °C
  • pH : 5.9 - 7.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) :

Contribution

  • Created by : sunnmagic
  • Last update : 06/12/2022

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