Characidae Collection

Piraputanga fish (Brycon hilarii) in underwater landscape, Aquario Natural, Rio Baia Bonito, Bonito area, Serra da Bodoquena (Bodoquena Mountain Range), Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Piraputanga (Brycon hilarii) shoal, Rio Olhio d agua, tributary of Rio da Prata, Bonito area, Serra da Bodoquena (Bodoquena Mountain Range), Mato Grosso del Sul, Brazil

Snorkeller with shoal of Piraputanga (Brycon hilarii), Rio Olha d Agua at Cabeceira do Prata, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Piraputanga, (Brycon hilarii) reflected on the water surface, Aquario Natural, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Piraputanga (Brycon hilarii) and small Tetra fish (Hyphessobrycon sp. ) Rio Olhio d Agua
Piraputanga (Brycon hilarii) and small Tetra fish (Hyphessobrycon sp.) Rio Olhio d Agua, tributary of Rio da Prata, Serra da Bodoquena (Bodoquena Mountain Range), Mato Grosso do Sul

Freshwater Dorado (Salminus brasiliensis) Recanto Ecologico, Rio da Prata, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Piraputanga (Brycon hilarii) fish jumping out of water to catch fruit on overhanging branches, Brazil

Shoal of Piraputanga, (Brycon hilarii), close to the surface, Aquario Natural, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Illustration of Blind Cave Characin (Astyanax mexicanus), orange freshwater fish also known as Mexican tetra, tetra

Hemibrycon taeniurus, Mountain spring sardine

Pretty tetra: a shiny yellow fish with reddish eyes

Red-bellied Piranha, Serrasalmus nattereri, a Red Piranha with stocky body and jutting jaw

Group of Cardinal Tetras (Paracheirodon axelrodi), red, yellow and blue striped fish

Colossoma oculus, three red bellied Pacu fish, against a clear background

Glass Bloodtail (Prionobrama filigera), semi-transparent fish, side view

Pair of black-spotted, silver Piranhas (Serrasalminae), side view

Cardinal Tetras (Paracheirodon axelrodi), shoal

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"Exploring the Colorful World of Characidae: From Piraputanga Fish to Tetras" Dive into the enchanting underwater landscape of Aquario Natural in Rio Baia Bonito, where you'll find the mesmerizing Piraputanga fish (Brycon hilarii) gracefully swimming. These shoals of Piraputanga can also be spotted in the tranquil waters of Rio Olhio d agua, a tributary of Rio da Prata. Imagine snorkeling alongside these vibrant creatures as they glide through the crystal-clear currents at Cabeceira do Prata. But it's not just Piraputangas that captivate our attention; small Tetra fish (Hyphessobrycon sp. ) join them in their aquatic playgrounds. In this harmonious ecosystem, even larger species like Freshwater Dorado (Salminus brasiliensis) thrive at Recanto Ecologico in Rio da Prata, adding an element of awe to your underwater adventure. Witness nature's spectacle as Piraputangas leap out of water with astonishing agility to catch fruit hanging from overhanging branches along Brazilian riverbanks. Their shimmering reflections on the water surface at Aquario Natural are truly a sight to behold. Characidae encompasses various fascinating fish varieties, including Hemibrycon taeniurus - known as Mountain Spring Sardine for its presence in freshwater springs. Another intriguing member is the Blind Cave Characin (Astyanax mexicanus), an orange freshwater fish commonly referred to as Mexican tetra or simply tetra. Among these diverse characids shines a pretty yellow tetra with reddish eyes, captivating observers with its radiant beauty and unique features. Intriguing and visually stunning, Characidae showcases nature's creativity and diversity beneath Brazil's pristine waters. Explore this captivating world and uncover more wonders hidden within this remarkable family of fish.