Carnegiella marthae (Black wings-wings fish)

Adult size4 cm

Description

Carnegiella Marthae is a freshwater fish from rivers and streams from South America. It is part of the Characidae family, which includes many species of fish of this type. Carnegiella Marthae is also known as red-tailed-tail fish, due to the bright red color of its tail.

Carnegiella Marthae is a small fish, generally measuring between 4 and 6 centimeters in length. Its color is generally gray or light brown, with dark spots on the body and a dark band that crosses the eye. The tail of the Carnegiella Marthae is the most spectacular part of the fish, with a bright red color which can vary from pink to purple depending on the temperature of the water and the mood of the fish.

Carnegiella Marthae is a very active fish, which likes to swim quickly in the currents and whirlwinds of rivers and streams. It feeds mainly on small insects and other invertebrates which he finds in the water, but he can also eat algae and other aquatic plants. Carnegiella Marthae is a gregarious fish, which means that he likes to live in a group with other fish from his species.

Carnegiella Marthae is a common fish in its natural habitat, but it is also popular in domestic aquariums due to its beautiful color and active character. However, it needs a large enough aquarium to swim freely and well -filtered water to stay healthy. It is also important to provide it with an appropriate diet and regularly change water to maintain a healthy environment for fish.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size4 cm
  • BehaviourPleasant, gregarious
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot

Data to check

Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Temperature, pH, Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).

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