African moon tetra
Bathyaethiops caudomaculatus
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Freshwater
Panjang Maks.
8,0 cm
Famili
Tentang
The African moon tetra (Bathyaethiops caudomaculatus) is a small freshwater fish reaching about 8 cm in length. It inhabits rivers in Central Africa and displays a distinctive caudal spot pattern, making it popular in the aquarium trade.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 8,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Jenis Air
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordo | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Famili | Alestidae (African Tetras) |
| Spesies | Bathyaethiops caudomaculatus |
Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan
How big does African moon tetra get?
African moon tetra can grow up to 8.0 cm long.
What family does African moon tetra belong to?
African moon tetra (Bathyaethiops caudomaculatus) belongs to the family Alestidae (African Tetras) in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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