Cyaneyed Tetra
📖 Overview
Cyaneyed Tetra (Phenacogrammus aurantiacus), first described by Pellegrin, 1930 is a small fish in the family Alestidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 10.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Alestidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 20 - 22. Diagnosis: flanks with broad midlateral band from opercular margin to posterior margin of median caudal fin rays . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cyaneyed Tetra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Cyaneyed Tetra |
| 🌍CES | afrotetra zlatavá |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hemigrammopetersius aurantiacus | Pellegrin | 1930 | Synonym |
| Hemigrammopetersius trilobatus | Pellegrin | 1931 | Synonym |
| Phenacogrammus heterodontus | Poll | 1945 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Cyaneyed Tetra.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 62 records indexed .
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