Aquarist Species:  Triportheus Angulatus

Aquarist: TheBiotopes

Species Profile: Triportheus Angulatus

Common Name:   Dusky Narrow Hatchetfish

Description:   Inhabits river channels where it can be seen swimming in shoals above sandy substrates

Category:   Characins

Global Region:   South America

Distribution:   Ecuador, Venezuela, Peru, Brazil, Bolivia and Argentina

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2025

Ordered them online. I have a group of 7 in a 75 gallon biotope. Larger tetras that will reach 6". Very active. Have a black spear like extension of their rear tail.

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