Characidium fasciatum (Characidium fascinated)

Characidium fasciatum is a freshwater fish belonging to the Crenuchidae family. He is from rivers and streams from the Amazon basin in South America. It is a fish of small to medium size, generally reaching a maximum length of about 5 centimeters. Its color varies from gray to olive, with dark vertical strips on the body and lighter spots on the fins. Characidium fasciatum has a lateral compressed shape, with a small and elongated head and a mouth with hooks -shaped teeth.

Characidium fasciatum is a gregarious fish, which means that it prefers to live in a group with others of its species. It feeds mainly on small invertebrates which he finds in his natural habitat, such as insects, worms and crustaceans. Characidium fasciatum is an active and fast fish, capable of quickly moving into the water to capture its prey.

In captivity, Characidium fasciatum can be maintained in a community aquarium with other peaceful freshwater fish. It is important to provide him with an aquarium large enough to allow him to swim freely, with an adequate substrate, pots in pots to offer him hiding places and shelters, and an adapted filtration and lighting. Characidium fasciatum can be nourished with pellets, flakes and living or frozen foods.

In general, Characidium fasciatum is a robust and easy to keep fish in captivity, but it is important to maintain clean aquarium and offer a balanced diet to avoid health problems. It is an attractive and interesting fish to observe, and can be an excellent addition to a community aquarium.