Aphyocharax rathbuni (Ruby tetra)

The Aushyocharax Rathbuni fish, also known as Rivière de Rivière or Néon fish in Paraguay, is a freshwater fish from the Characidae family. It measures approximately 3.8 centimeters long and has an elongated and cylindrical shape with a caudal bifide fin. Its color is generally bright red on the back and yellow on the sides, with fine blue and red lines along the side line.

The Aushyocharax Rathbuni fish is native to the fresh waters of Paraguay and Argentina, where it lives in shallow rivers and rivers. It is generally considered to be a popular aquarium fish because of its bright color and its easy adaptation to living conditions in captivity.

In the natural environment, the Rathbuni Aushyocharax fish feeds mainly on insects, crustaceans and worms. In aquarium, it can be nourished with fish pellets, flakes or living foods such as artemias or daphnia.

The APHYOCHARAX RATHBUNI fish is generally peaceful and can be maintained in groups with other peaceful species of fresh water. However, it can be territorial and be aggressive towards fish of the same size or similar color. It is therefore important to keep it in an aquarium large enough to offer it enough space to move and avoid conflicts.

In conclusion, the APHYOCHARAX RATHBUNI fish is a colorful and adaptable freshwater fish, native to the fresh waters of Paraguay and Argentina. Its bright color and ease of maintenance make it a popular aquarium fish, but it can be territorial and must be maintained in an aquarium large enough to offer it enough space to move.

Males have white fins

Frai dispersion in vegetation