Scientific name: | Thayeria boehlkei |
Family: | Characidae |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Order: | Characiformes |
Origin: | Amazon River basin and Araguaia River, in Peru and Brazil respectively |
Lifespan in the aquarium: | 5 years |
Adult size: | 2.36 inches (5 centimetres) |
Distinctive features: | It has a long silvery body that shows an iridescence concerning light, most notably near the gills. The ends are yellowish, translucent, and have a white glow; they may also appear slightly bluish at the tips. |
Tips from the breeder: | This peaceful dish does not compete well with restless tankmates. |
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