Exodon paradoxus (Tetra-tiger with two spots)

To maintain isolated or in small groups of 10 - 15 individuals. It is a very voracious fish that feeds on fish, worms and large flakes. If the prey is very big, he rushed. Do not put in a community aquarium. It's a good jumper so you have to cover the aquarium. You have to filter on peat. He does not eat plants.

The Paradoxus exodon fish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the Characidae family. He is from South America, more precisely basins from the Amazon river and the Orénoque river.

The exodon paradoxus fish is a fairly small fish, measuring on average about 4 to 5 centimeters in length. It has an elongated and slender shape, with a flat and thin body. His head is small and sharp, and his eyes are large and protruding. His mouth is small and fitted with sharp teeth.

The exodon paradoxus fish is generally gray or brown in color, with black or gray bands along its body. Some species can be more colorful, with spots or brands of bright color.

The exodon paradoxus fish is a very active and fast animal, which moves by swimming quickly thanks to its pectoral and caudal fins. It is also known for its ability to jump out of the water to catch flying insects.

The exodon paradoxus fish is a lonely animal that generally lives alone in shallow and quiet waters. It feeds mainly on small insects and aquatic plants.

The exodon paradoxus fish is a common animal in its natural habitat, but it is sometimes threatened by the destruction of its habitat and illegal fishing. Fortunately, it is also cultivated in captivity to be sold as a pet.

Females have the thicker abdomen

The laying takes place among the plants. The hatching occurs after 1 or two days. Difficult elevation because the fry devour each other.