Coelurichthys tenuis (Tetra held, tetra-barberos)

Coelurichthys fishered fish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the Osphronemidae family, the same family as the famous Benin fighter. It is a small fish, with a maximum length reaching only about 5.5 cm. Its color varies from dark gray to dark brown, with longitudinal black stripes on the body and black spots on the head. The coelurichthys held has an elongated and slender shape, with a high dorsal fin and a bifurcated caudal fin.

The coelurichthys held mainly lives in the shallow and stagnant waters of the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, especially in Thailand, Indonesia and Cambodia. It is often found in streams and ponds, where it feeds mainly on small insects and larvae. The coelurichthys held is a lonely and territorial fish, which can become aggressive towards the other fish of its species when it feels threatened.

Due to its small size and beauty, the coelurichthys held is popular among aquarium enthusiasts. However, it can be difficult to keep in captivity due to its specific temperature and water oxygenation needs. It is also important to provide him with adequate habitat and living conditions similar to those he would meet in nature.

Unfortunately, the coelurichthys held is considered a endangered species due to the destruction of its natural habitat, water pollution and overexploitation for the aquarium trade. Conservation efforts aim to protect the populations of this species by preserving tropical forests in which it lives and by encouraging the practice of responsible aquarophilia.