Bryconops collettei

Fish

Bryconops collettei is a small freshwater ray-finned fish in the family Iguanodectidae, found in rivers of South America. It is mostly silvery with green iridescence along its sides and an eyespot on the upper lobe of its caudal fin. It forms schools with various fish species and is usually associated with acidic water and plentiful riparian vegetation. Its specific diet is unknown, though it is considered likely to eat insects.

Family: Iguanodectidae
Range: Rivers of South America
Appearance: Silvery, with green iridescence and a caudal eyespot

Sources and credits

Article: Bryconops collettei (English Wikipedia)
Wikidata: Q6416963
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