Where Does Red-eye Tetra Live?
Moenkhausia sanctaefilomenae
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Where to find Red-eye Tetra
- Water type
- freshwater
- Depth
- Typically found in shallow to moderately deep waters of rivers, streams, and associated floodplains.
- Environment
- Inhabits clear to blackwater rivers and streams, often found in areas with dense vegetation, submerged roots, and leaf litter. Prefers slow-moving to moderately flowing waters.
- Geographic range
- Native to South America, specifically the Paraná, Paraguay, and Uruguay River basins, including parts of Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Argentina.
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