Where Does Black Swordtail Characin Live?

Black Swordtail Characin lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Black Swordtail Characin

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often near the surface or mid-water column.

Environment

Inhabits clear to blackwater streams, rivers, and tributaries with moderate to slow currents. Often found among submerged vegetation, roots, and leaf litter. The substrate is usually sandy or silty with detritus.

Geographic range

Native to South America, specifically the Paraná River basin in Brazil and Paraguay. Its distribution includes tributaries of the Rio Paraná, such as the Rio Iguaçu and Rio Tietê.

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