Characidium sp. aff. fasciatum (Rio Negro tetrager)

Characidium fish sp. Aff. Fasciatum is a freshwater fish that belongs to the Crenuchidae family. It measures about 7 cm long and has an elongated body and compressed laterally, with a sharp head and a small mouth and located upwards. Its color is generally silver gray with black and white spots on the body and fins. Characidium fish sp. Aff. Fasciatum is native to the fresh waters of South America, where he lives mainly in streams and rivers.

This fish is an invertebrate eater and feeds mainly on small insects and crustaceans it finds in the water. It has also been observed in the process of feeding on plants. Characidium fish sp. Aff. Fasciatum is a lonely and territorial fish, which generally lives alone or in small groups. It is very active and can be seen swimming quickly in the water looking for food.

Characidium fish sp. Aff. Fasciatum is an oviparous fish, which means that he lays eggs rather than giving birth to young people. The female generally lays her eggs in cavities dug in mud or aquatic plants, where they are protected from predators. The eggs hatch in a few days and the young fish are independent from birth.

Characidium fish sp. Aff. Fasciatum is an unusual animal in aquarium, but it can be kept in captivity in adequate conditions.