redstriped tetra
| Scientific name | Hemigrammus rubrostriatus |
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| Descriptor | Zarske |
| Year of description | 2015 |
| IUCN category | DD |
| Family | Characidae |
| Genus | Hemigrammus |
Introduction
Hemigrammus rubrostriatus, commonly known as redstriped tetra, is a little fresh water fish from the Amérique du Sud.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size4 cm
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Maximum size5 cm
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Longevity5 year
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Average size4 cm
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Maximum size5 cm
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Longevity5 year
How to recognize the redstriped tetra ?
The redstriped tetra measures between 4 and 5 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal.
Sexual dimorphism
The females have a more rounded abdomen than the males, they are generally stockier. This characteristic is exacerbated in the period of reproduction.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in shoals
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territorialNo
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Way of livingdiurnal
The redstriped tetra is a fish living in shoals naturally found at mid-depth. This species is carnivorous . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
n general, this species does not care much about other animals crossing its path.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond en eau libre
The redstriped tetra is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature24 - 28 °C
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pH (acidity)6 - 6.5
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gh (hardness)10 - 12
Biotope presentation
This animal evolves in areas characterized by a strong presence of vegetation (aquatic and marsh plants, decaying organic matter, roots...).
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