Straightfinned black tetra
Gymnocorymbus thayeri
Where at Shedd?
Amazon Rising
| Diet | Worms, snails crustaceans and insects |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 2 inches (5 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Upper Amazon and Orinoco River basins in Northern South America, including the islands of Trinidad and Tobago |
| Habitat | Rivers |
Did you know?
- Tetras are generally small and found in abundance in South American rivers. They are popular as pets in the aquarium trade.