Como identificar Green Neon Tetra

Para identificar Green Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon simulans), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

torpedo

Coloração

The body is slender and elongated, with a translucent, silvery-white ventral region. The most striking feature is the iridescent blue-green lateral stripe that runs from the snout, through the eye, and extends almost to the caudal peduncle. Below this stripe, there is a less intense, narrow red stripe that begins mid-body and extends to the caudal peduncle. The dorsal surface is typically olive-brown.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Prominent iridescent blue-green lateral stripe extending almost the full length of the body., Smaller size compared to P. innesi and P. axelrodi., Less extensive red stripe compared to P. innesi and P. axelrodi.

Nadadeira dorsal

Single, relatively small, typically clear or slightly amber.

Nadadeira caudal

Forked, transparent, with no distinct coloration.

Nadadeira peitoral

Small, transparent, positioned ventrally.

Nadadeiras características

Adipose fin present, small and transparent, located between the dorsal and caudal fins.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Lateral Stripe

   The iridescent blue-green stripe is the most prominent feature. In P. simulans, this stripe is typically wider and extends further along the body, almost to the caudal fin, compared to P. innesi. The red stripe below it is less intense and shorter than in P. innesi and P. axelrodi.

2. 2

   Size

   P. simulans is generally the smallest of the three 'Neon' tetras, typically reaching a maximum standard length of 2.5-3.0 cm (1.0-1.2 inches).

3. 3

   Body Shape

   Its body is more slender and torpedo-shaped than the slightly deeper-bodied P. innesi and P. axelrodi.

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