Where Does Serpae Tetra Live?

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

Where to find Serpae Tetra

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often near submerged vegetation or roots.

Environment

Native to slow-moving rivers, streams, and tributaries, as well as floodplains and oxbow lakes. They prefer areas with dense vegetation, leaf litter, and often stained, acidic water (blackwater or clearwater).

Geographic range

Native to South America, primarily found in the Guaporé and Paraguay River basins, and the upper Amazon River basin in Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

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