Characins
Species in the catalogue: 182
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Pristella Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Pristella maxillaris
The Pristella Tetra, also known as the X-ray Tetra or Golden Pristella Tetra (scientific name Pristella maxillaris), belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. A distinguishing feature of this fish is its remarkable…
Pulcher
Acestrorhamphidae
Holopristis pulchra
The Pulcher fish, also known by its scientific name Holopristis pulchra, belongs to the Acestrorhamphidae family. Despite its rather narrow natural habitat, it has gained popularity among aquarists worldwide due to its…
Purple Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Hyphessobrycon metae
The Meta Tetra, also known as the Purple Tetra, bears the scientific name Hyphessobrycon metae and belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. This small, agile fish, appearing in the aquarium in a school, can become a…
Pygmy Hatchetfish
Freshwater Hatchetfish (Gasteropelecidae)
Carnegiella myersi
Carnegiella myersi, known as the Pygmy Hatchetfish, belongs to the Gasteropelecidae family. This miniature predator specializes in hunting small insects found near the water's surface. Distinctive features of this fish…
Pygocentrus piraya
Piranhas (Serrasalmidae)
Pygocentrus piraya
Scientifically named Pygocentrus piraya, belonging to the family Serrasalmidae, this is the common piranha, also known as the São Francisco piranha. It's important to note that the name does not refer to the city of the…
Pyrrhulina filamentosa
Lebiasinidae
Pyrrhulina filamentosa
Pyrrhulina filamentosa, also known as the Filamentous Pyrrhulina, is a representative of the family Lebiasinidae. This fish originates from the equatorial region of South America, where it inhabits numerous streams and…
Rainbow Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Nematobrycon lacortei
The Rainbow Tetra, also known as the Rainbowfish Tetra, bears the scientific name Nematobrycon lacortei and belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. Its name reflects its characteristic iridescent coloration, although…
Red Alestopetersius
African Tetras (Alestidae)
Alestopetersius nigropterus
The Red Alestopetersius, also known by the scientific designations Alestopetersius nigropterus or Alestopetersius ansorgii, belongs to the African tetra family (Alestidae). To date, this species has not yet received a…
Red Congo Tetra
African Tetras (Alestidae)
Alestopetersius brichardi
Alestopetersius brichardi is the scientific name for this species, which belongs to the family Alestidae (African Tetras). In the aquarium hobby, it is known by various names: Red Congo Tetra, Cherry Congo Tetra, or…
Red Ornate Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Hyphessobrycon pyrrhonotus
The Red Ornate Tetra, also known as the Long-finned Ornate Tetra or Red Rubrostigma Tetra (scientific name Hyphessobrycon pyrrhonotus), belongs to the Acestrorhamphidae family. This aquarium fish is popular, although…
Red Pencilfish
Lebiasinidae
Nannostomus mortenthaleri
A stunning representative of the Lebiasinidae family, also known as the Coral Red Pencilfish, is the Red Pencilfish, scientifically named Nannostomus mortenthaleri. This characin species was discovered relatively…
Red Phantom Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Megalamphodus sweglesi
The Red Phantom Tetra, also known as Megalamphodus sweglesi, belongs to the Acestrorhamphidae family. This fish is popular due to its vibrant coloration and peaceful nature. It is easy to keep and breed, and can adorn…
Red-bellied Pacu
Piranhas (Serrasalmidae)
Piaractus brachypomus
The Red-bellied Pacu, scientifically known as Piaractus brachypomus, belongs to the subfamily Serrasalminae. This fish rarely becomes a resident of home aquariums, mainly due to its impressive size and rather modest…
Red-bellied Piranha
Piranhas (Serrasalmidae)
Pygocentrus nattereri
The Red-bellied Piranha, scientifically known as Pygocentrus nattereri, belongs to the family Serrasalmidae. This fish is frequently mentioned, and its notoriety has been significantly cemented by numerous Hollywood…
Red-Eyed Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Bario sanctaefilomenae
The Filomena, also known as the Red-Eyed Tetra or Moenkhausia Red-Eye (scientific name Bario sanctaefilomenae), belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. This species enjoys well-deserved popularity among aquarists…
Red-finned Distichodus
Distichodontidae
Distichodus affinis
The Red-finned Distichodus, known scientifically as Distichodus affinis, belongs to the family Distichodontidae. These are peaceful, large-sized fish that are not particularly decorative and are perceived more as…
Red-tailed Chalceus
Chalceidae
Chalceus macrolepidotus
The Red-tailed Chalceus, or Chalceus macrolepidotus by its scientific name, belongs to the family Chalceidae. This rather large predatory species, while not a true aggressor, will not miss an opportunity to snack on…
Redtail Barracuda
Acestrorhynchidae
Acestrorhynchus altus
The Redtail Barracuda, scientifically known as Acestrorhynchus altus, belongs to the family Acestrorhynchidae. Its appearance, combining a streamlined, dynamic physique with jaws full of teeth, clearly indicates its…
Rhoadsia
Acestrorhamphidae
Rhoadsia altipinna
Rhoadsia altipinna, or the high-finned Rhoadsia, belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae and originates from the waters of South America. These fish inhabit river systems that primarily flow through Ecuador and empty…
Rosy Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Megalamphodus rosaceus
The Rosy Tetra, also known as the Rosaceus Tetra (Megalamphodus rosaceus), belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae and makes an excellent addition to a community of peaceful aquarium inhabitants. This fish shows…
Ruby Nannostomus
Lebiasinidae
Nannostomus rubrocaudatus
Nannostomus rubrocaudatus, known as the Ruby Nannostomus, belongs to the family Lebiasinidae. This picturesque fish has gained widespread popularity among hobby aquarists due to its vibrant coloration and relatively…
Ruby Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Axelrodia riesei
Axelrodia riesei, also known as the Ruby Tetra or Axelrod's Tetra, is a fish from the Characin family. Its Latin name has an interesting origin, being a combination of the names of two scientists — Herbert R. Axelrod…
Rummy-nose Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Petitella rhodostoma
The Rummy-nose Tetra, also known by its scientific name Petitella rhodostoma, belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. This fish deservedly enjoys popularity because it is quite undemanding, easily coexists with many…
Savannah Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Hyphessobrycon stegemanni
The Savannah Tetra, scientifically known as Hyphessobrycon stegemanni, belongs to the Acestrorhamphidae family. Its care is straightforward, making it an excellent choice for most freshwater aquariums, as it coexists…
Schizodon fasciatus
Anostomidae
Schizodon fasciatus
The scientific name Schizodon fasciatus refers to the banded Schizodon, a member of the family Anostomidae. This fish is native to South America, where it can be found both in the upper reaches of the Amazon and in…
Schultz's Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Megalamphodus haraldschultzi
Timari Tetra, or Schultz's Tetra (Megalamphodus haraldschultzi), is a member of the Characin family. It is often called the Red Dwarf Tetra due to its striking coloration. This picturesque miniature fish is ideal for…
Semaprochilodus
Prochilodontids (Prochilodontidae)
Semaprochilodus taeniurus
Semaprochilodus taeniurus, scientifically known as Semaprochilodus taeniurus, is a member of the family Prochilodontidae, or Prochilodontids. This is a rather large species that requires a special diet rich in plant…
Sheep Pacu
Piranhas (Serrasalmidae)
Acnodon normani
Acnodon normani, widely known as Norman's Acnodon or Sheep Pacu, is a member of the family Serrasalmidae. This fish received its scientific name in honor of John Roxborough Norman (1898–1944), who made a significant…
Sickle Barracuda
Acestrorhynchidae
Acestrorhynchus falcatus
The Sickle Barracuda, scientifically known as Acestrorhynchus falcatus, belongs to the family Acestrorhynchidae. This fish earned the name "barracuda" due to its external resemblance to marine barracudas, although there…
Silver Dollar
Piranhas (Serrasalmidae)
Metynnis argenteus
Metynnis argenteus, known as the Silver Dollar or Silver Metynnis, belongs to the family Serrasalmidae, also called the Piranha family. This fish got its name due to its widespread popularity among North American…
Silver Dollar Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Ctenobrycon spilurus
Ctenobrycon spilurus, known as the Silver Dollar Tetra, is a species belonging to the family Acestrorhamphidae. Its natural habitat is in South America: the Orinoco River basin, as well as the coastal river basins of…
Silver Hatchetfish
Freshwater Hatchetfish (Gasteropelecidae)
Gasteropelecus levis
The Silver Hatchetfish (scientific name Gasteropelecus levis) belongs to the family Gasteropelecidae. The genus name comes from the Greek gaster ("belly") and pelekys ("hatchet") and refers to the sharply keeled body…
Six-eyed Tetra
Characidae
Phenacogaster tegatus
Phenacogaster tegatus, or Six-eyed Tetra (scientific name Phenacogaster tegatus), belongs to the Characidae family. This fish is perhaps not often seen in aquariums, as its subdued coloration does not allow it to stand…
Slender Hemiodopsis
Hemiodontidae
Hemiodus gracilis
The Slender Hemiodopsis (Hemiodus gracilis), belonging to the Hemiodontidae family, is a beautiful and graceful fish with a unique body pattern. It is highly active, which allows it to bring dynamism to any freshwater…
Small Rubrostigma
Acestrorhamphidae
Megalamphodus socolofi
Megalamphodus socolofi, also known as Socolof's Tetra or Small Rubrostigma, belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. It is named after the distinguished American aquarist Ross Socolof (1925–1999). This species is…
Spotted Boulengerella
Ctenoluciidae
Boulengerella maculata
Boulengerella maculata, also known as the Spotted Boulengerella, belongs to the family Ctenoluciidae, which unites South American pike characins. It was named in honor of the Belgian-British zoologist George Albert…
Spotted Copella
Lebiasinidae
Copella meinkeni
Copella meinkeni, known as the Spotted Copella or Meinken's Copella, belongs to the family Lebiasinidae. Until 2006, it was considered a variety of Natterer's Copella, but it is now an independent species, although the…
Spotted Hatchetfish
Freshwater Hatchetfish (Gasteropelecidae)
Gasteropelecus maculatus
The Spotted Hatchetfish, also known as Gasteropelecus maculatus, belongs to the family Gasteropelecidae, which comprises the hatchetfish.
Spotted Metynnis
Piranhas (Serrasalmidae)
Metynnis maculatus
The Spotted Metynnis, scientifically known as Metynnis maculatus, is a member of the Serrasalmidae family. This fish bears a resemblance to piranhas, its close relatives, but is distinguished by a more peaceful…
Striped Pyrrhulina
Lebiasinidae
Pyrrhulina vittata
The Striped Pyrrhulina, also known as Pyrrhulina vittata, belongs to the family Lebiasinidae. This species originates from South America, where it is found in the upper reaches of the Amazon River basin. The fish…
Swordtail Characin
Stevardiidae
Corynopoma riisei
The Swordtail Characin, also known as the Dragon Fish, has the scientific name Swordtail characin (formerly Corynopoma riisei) and belongs to the family Stevardiidae. This fish is remarkable in every respect. Although…
Ten-spot Distichodus
Distichodontidae
Distichodus decemmaculatus
The Ten-spot Distichodus, or Distichodus decemmaculatus according to its scientific name, belongs to the family Distichodontidae. This species originates from the African continent, specifically from the central basin…
Tetragonopterus
Characidae
Tetragonopterus argenteus
Tetragonopterus, scientifically known as Tetragonopterus argenteus, belongs to the family Characidae. This fish has a high and robust body, compressed laterally, resembling a rhombus in shape. A characteristic feature…
Three-lined Pencilfish
Lebiasinidae
Nannostomus trifasciatus
The three-lined pencilfish, scientifically known as Nannostomus trifasciatus, is a popular and well-known aquarium fish from the family Lebiasinidae. This species is easy to keep and breed, coexisting well with other…
Three-lined Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Hyphessobrycon heterorhabdus
The Three-lined Tetra, scientifically known as Hyphessobrycon heterorhabdus, belongs to the Acestrorhamphidae family. Despite its modest size, this miniature tetra still requires a sufficiently spacious aquarium to…
Three-spot Anostomus
Anostomidae
Pseudanos trimaculatus
The Three-spot Anostomus, scientifically known as Pseudanos trimaculatus, belongs to the family Anostomidae, or Headstanders. Previously, this fish was classified as Anostomus trimaculatus, and this name is still found…
Tiger Fish
African Tetras (Alestidae)
Hydrocynus vittatus
A member of the Alestidae family, scientifically named Hydrocynus vittatus, this is an African tiger fish. At first glance, it's clear that this is a true predator with a rather aggressive disposition. Its impressive…
Traira
Erythrinidae
Hoplias malabaricus
The wolf fish, also known as Traira or Terta-wolf (scientific name Hoplias malabaricus), belongs to the family Erythrinidae. This amazing predatory fish, which can reach impressive sizes, is a coveted trophy for many…
Trinidad Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Hemigrammus unilineatus
Hemigrammus unilineatus, known as the Trinidad Tetra, belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. This fish is a relative of popular species such as the Glowlight Tetra, Pulcher, and Golden Tetra. Its coloration is less…
Trout Copeina
Lebiasinidae
Copeina guttata
The Trout Copeina, scientifically known as Copeina guttata, is a member of the Lebiasinidae family. This fish is not particularly suitable for inexperienced aquarists, as it requires careful attention to water quality…
Tucano Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Tucanoichthys tucano
The Tucano Tetra, known as Tucanoichthys tucano, belongs to the Acestrorhamphidae family and is named after the Tucano tribe inhabiting the jungles of Colombia and Brazil. Specimens of this fish species were first…
Two-spotted Astyanax
Acestrorhamphidae
Astyanax bimaculatus
The two-spotted Astyanax, scientifically known as Astyanax bimaculatus, is a member of the Characin family. Despite its undemanding nature in terms of care and ease of breeding, as well as excellent compatibility with…
Two-striped Nannostomus
Lebiasinidae
Nannostomus digrammus
Nannostomus digrammus, known as the two-striped nannostomus, is a member of the Lebiasinidae family. It is not frequently encountered by hobbyists in the aquarium trade, usually arriving in shipments with other…
Ulrey's Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Hemigrammus ulreyi
Hemigrammus ulreyi, known as Ulrey's Tetra, belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. This species is an unpretentious and peaceful fish that easily adapts to a community of other aquarium inhabitants of similar size and…
Vampire Fish
Cynodontidae
Hydrolycus armatus
The Vampire Fish, or Payara (scientific name Hydrolycus armatus), belongs to the family Cynodontidae. This species is one of the largest predators inhabiting the river systems of South America. It is not suitable for…
Vampire Tetra
Cynodontidae
Hydrolycus scomberoides
The scientific name Hydrolycus scomberoides, belonging to the family Cynodontidae, is given to the Vampire Tetra, a true predator from South American rivers. This species is not recommended for beginner aquarists due to…
Venezuelan Leporinus
Anostomidae
Leporinus steyermarki
Leporinus steyermarki, also known as the Venezuelan Leporinus, is a representative of the family Anostomidae. This fish was named in honor of Julian Steyermark, who led a botanical expedition to Venezuela in 1953 and…
White Piranha
Piranhas (Serrasalmidae)
Serrasalmus brandtii
The White Piranha, also known as Brandt's Piranha (Serrasalmus brandtii), is a member of the family Serrasalmidae. Its name commemorates the German naturalist Johann Friedrich von Brandt (1802–1879); the species itself…
White Tetra
Acestrorhamphidae
Gymnocorymbus ternetzi
The White Tetra, scientifically known as Gymnocorymbus ternetzi, is part of the Acestrorhamphidae family. This widely available and very popular fish is a selective breeding form, artificially bred from the Black Tetra.…
Wimple Piranha
Piranhas (Serrasalmidae)
Catoprion mento
The Wimple Piranha, known scientifically as Catoprion mento, is classified in the family Serrasalmidae, or Piranhas. It is interesting to note that, despite its name, this species is not part of the group of classic…