Hydrolycus tatauaia
Red-tail Payara, Vampire Tetra
• Hydrolycus tatauaia is a carnivorous species known for its large canine teeth, earning it the name 'Vampire Tetra'.
• Due to their size, a spacious aquarium with ample swimming space and robust filtration is essential.
• Known for its aggressive predatory behavior, it's advised to keep this species with other large, robust fish.
• Frequent water changes are necessary due to their high metabolic rate and resulting waste production.
Distribution
Brazil,Colombia,Guyana,Venezuela.References
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