Como identificar Tetra Sangrante

Para identificar Tetra Sangrante (Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

compressed

Coloração

The body is generally silvery-pink to light brown, with a distinct, often heart-shaped, bright red or orange spot located centrally on the flank, just behind the operculum. The dorsal fin is typically tall and black with a white tip, while the anal fin is reddish with a black margin. Caudal fin is usually reddish or translucent. Males tend to be more intensely colored and have a more elongated dorsal fin than females.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Prominent red/orange 'bleeding heart' spot on the side., Tall, black dorsal fin with a white tip., Reddish anal fin with a black margin.

Nadadeira dorsal

Tall, falcate, black with a white distal tip. Typically has 2 unbranched and 8-9 branched rays.

Nadadeira caudal

Forked, reddish or translucent.

Nadadeira peitoral

Small, hyaline.

Nadadeiras características

Adipose fin present, typical for characins.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Red Spot

   Look for the characteristic bright red or orange, often heart-shaped, spot on the mid-flank, just behind the gill cover. This is the most defining feature.

2. 2

   Dorsal Fin

   Observe the dorsal fin; it is typically tall, black, and tipped with white, especially prominent in males.

3. 3

   Body Shape and Size

   Note the compressed body shape and adult size, usually reaching up to 4.5-5 cm (1.8-2 inches) in standard length.

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