Schooling Mini Tetra
📖 Overview
Schooling Mini Tetra (Serrapinnus calliurus), first described by Boulenger, 1900 is a tiny fish in the family Characidae (order Characiformes). Adults typically reach 4.40 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds primarily on plankton, plant material, 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 Characidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Schooling Mini Tetra is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Schooling Mini Tetra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Laguna dos Patos, Paraná-Paraguay, and Uruguay River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Schooling Mini Tetra |
| 🌍CES | serapinus sanlorenzonský |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chirodon calliurus | Boulenger | 1900 | Synonym |
| Odontostilbe calliura | Boulenger | 1900 | Synonym |
| Serrapinus calliurus | Boulenger | 1900 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Schooling Mini Tetra.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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