The true big-scale tetra is a freshwater fish known for its shimmering, silver body and large scales. Typically reaching 6-8 inches in length and weighing up to 1 pound, it thrives in African river systems. Omnivorous, it feeds on insects, plants, and small aquatic organisms. Social and active, it often forms schools, displaying dynamic swimming patterns. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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True big-scale tetra
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True big-scale tetra
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True big-scale tetra
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True big-scale tetra
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True big-scale tetra
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True big-scale tetra
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True big-scale tetra
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