Come identificare Glowlight Tetra

Per identificare Glowlight Tetra (Hemigrammus erythrozonus), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

elongated

Colorazione

Translucent, silvery-pink body with a prominent, iridescent orange-red stripe extending from the snout through the eye to the base of the caudal fin. The fins are generally clear, sometimes with a faint reddish tint, especially the adipose fin.

Tipo di squame

cycloid

Posizione della bocca

terminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Bright, iridescent orange-red lateral stripe, Small, slender body, Adipose fin present

Pinna dorsale

Single, relatively small dorsal fin, typically clear.

Pinna caudale

Forked caudal fin, clear or faintly reddish.

Pinna pettorale

Small, clear pectoral fins.

Pinne distintive

Adipose fin present, characteristic of Characidae.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Lateral Stripe

   The most defining feature is the vivid, glowing orange-red stripe running horizontally from the snout to the tail. This stripe is typically brighter and more defined than in similar species.

2. 2

   Body Shape and Size

   Slender, elongated body, reaching an average adult size of 3.5-4.5 cm (1.4-1.8 inches). This size helps distinguish it from larger or more robust tetra species.

3. 3

   Fin Coloration

   Fins are generally clear, lacking the prominent color markings seen in some other tetras, though a faint reddish hue may be present, especially on the adipose fin.

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