Where Does Ember Tetra Live?

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

Where to find Ember Tetra

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Shallow, typically in the upper to mid-water column of slow-moving areas.

Environment

Found in slow-moving tributaries, oxbows, and flooded forest areas of the Araguaia River basin. These environments are characterized by clear or blackwater conditions, dense aquatic vegetation, submerged roots, and leaf litter. The water is typically soft and acidic.

Geographic range

Endemic to the Araguaia River basin in Brazil, specifically in the state of Mato Grosso. Its distribution is relatively restricted to this region.

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