Discus tetra
Brachychalcinus orbicularis
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Freshwater
Longitud Máxima
9,0 cm
Familia
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 9,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Familia | Characidae (Characins) |
| Especies | Brachychalcinus orbicularis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Discus tetra get?
Discus tetra can grow up to 9.0 cm long.
What family does Discus tetra belong to?
Discus tetra (Brachychalcinus orbicularis) belongs to the family Characidae (Characins) in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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