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Tailspot tetra

Bryconops caudomaculatus

Classification

The tailspot tetra (Bryconops caudomaculatus) is a small species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Iguanodectidae. This fish is found in the coastal river regions of upper South America. Both its common and scientific names reference the distinct spot of color present on the tail fin, which is one of its defining characteristics.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
Brazil · 133France · 2