Where Does Tetra Live?

Tetra lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Tetra

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically shallow to moderate depths, often in the upper and middle water columns.

Environment

Found in a variety of freshwater environments including slow-moving rivers, streams, tributaries, floodplains, and lakes. They often prefer areas with dense vegetation, submerged roots, leaf litter, and shaded areas. Water can range from clear to blackwater or whitewater, depending on the specific species and region.

Geographic range

Primarily South America (Amazon, Orinoco, Paraná river basins), Central America, and Africa (e.g., Congo River basin for African Tetras like Congo Tetras).

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