Disk tetra
📖 Overview
Disk tetra (Myloplus schomburgkii), first described by Jardine, 1841 is a large fish in the family Serrasalmidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 42.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. The species is valued as a game and sport species and venomous and potentially dangerous to handle.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Disk tetra is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Disk tetra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 5.0 - 7.0; dH range: ? - 10. Tropical; 23°C - 27°C South America: middle and lower Amazon River basin, Nanay River, upper Orinoco River basin, Suriname (?).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
⚠️ Venom Profile
- immediate intense pain
- swelling
- erythema
- occasional nausea and weakness
Analgesia; wound care; tetanus prophylaxis; severe cases may require monitoring for systemic effects.
References: Compiled from Bhide (2018), Halstead et al. (1988) and family-specific envenomation literature
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
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