Fishing for Longfin tetra

Bryconalestes longipinnis

The Longfin tetra is a small freshwater fish known for its elongated fins and shimmering silver body. Typically reaching up to 3 inches in length and weighing around 0.1 pounds, it inhabits slow-moving streams and rivers in West Africa. Omnivorous, it feeds on insects, plant matter, and small invertebrates. Social and active, it thrives in groups. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase