Come identificare Glass Bloodfin Tetra

Per identificare Glass Bloodfin Tetra (Prionobrama filigera), osserva queste caratteristiche chiave.

Caratteristiche fisiche

Forma del corpo

elongated

Colorazione

The body is largely translucent, appearing silvery-clear, allowing internal organs to be visible. The caudal fin, and often the dorsal, anal, and pectoral fins, are a vibrant red to orange. A faint, iridescent lateral line may be present.

Tipo di squame

cycloid

Posizione della bocca

terminal

Caratteristiche distintive

Translucent body, Vibrant red-orange fins, especially the caudal fin, Slender, elongated body, Small adipose fin

Pinna dorsale

Single, relatively small dorsal fin located mid-body, often with a reddish tint.

Pinna caudale

Deeply forked caudal fin, typically bright red or orange, providing propulsion.

Pinna pettorale

Small, clear to reddish pectoral fins, used for maneuvering.

Pinne distintive

Presence of a small, fleshy adipose fin between the dorsal and caudal fins, characteristic of characins. Anal fin is relatively long, extending along the posterior ventral side.

Consigli per l'identificazione

1. 1

   Body Transparency

   The most defining characteristic is its almost completely transparent body, through which the spine and some internal organs are visible. This distinguishes it from most other tetras.

2. 2

   Fin Coloration

   Look for the bright red or orange coloration on the caudal fin, which is often the most intense, and sometimes on the other fins as well.

3. 3

   Body Shape

   Its slender, elongated body shape is typical of many characins, but combined with the transparency and fin color, it's quite unique.

4. 4

   Schooling Behavior

   In its natural habitat and in aquariums, it almost always forms tight schools, which can aid in identification.

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