Phenagoniates macrolepis (Panama red tetra)

The Macrolepis Phenagoniets is a freshwater fish from rivers and lakes from South America. It is a medium -sized fish, generally measuring between 15 and 20 centimeters in length. Its color varies from silver gray to dark brown, with darker spots on the body and the caudal fin.

Macrolepis phenagoniates is an omnivorous fish, which means that it feeds on plants and small animals. Its typical food includes insects, molluscs, crustaceans and algae. Fish can also feed on small fish if it has the opportunity.

The macrolepis phenagoniates is an active and sociable fish, who likes to live in the benches of several individuals. This allows him to protect himself from predators and chase his food more effectively. Fish is also known to be an excellent swimmer, thanks to its powerful and well developed fins.

The Macrolepis Phenagoniets is a fish much appreciated by aquarophilia enthusiasts, due to its beautiful color and its sociable behavior. However, it is important to keep it in an aquarium large enough to allow it to swim freely and move in benches. Fish also needs clean and well -filtered water, as well as healthy and balanced food to stay healthy.