Bucktoothed Tetra (Exodon paradoxus) Tropical Fish Keeping


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Exodon paradoxus, or Bucktooth Tetra, is a difficult fish to raise, and many fish keepers claim it is even nastier than the well-known Piranha. They have a distinct personality, although they are robust and thrive in huge single-species tanks. They require a separate tank for their survival. Their name is amusing because they are not buck.


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The Bucktooth Tetra, Exodon Paradoxus, is a freshwater fish native to the Amazon Basin and Guyana in South America. They are also commonly referred to as Exodon. The earliest record of this fish was made in 1845, but they were not an aquarium trade import until 1932. Bucktooth Tetras are shaped like most other tetras.


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The female Bucktooth Tetras will scatter the eggs and the males will fertilize them as they fall through the water. Reports suggest Bucktooth Tetras will happily eat their own eggs, so the adults should be removed once spawning is complete. The eggs will hatch after two or three days.


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Bucktoothed tetra - Exodon paradoxus. Scientific name: Exodon paradoxus. Common name: Bucktoothed tetra. Family: Characidae. Usual size in fish tanks: 7 - 8 cm (2.76 - 3.15 inch) 0 14. Recommended pH range for the species: 5.5 - 7.5. Recommended water hardness (dGH): 0 - 18°N (0 - 321.43ppm) 0°C 32°F 30°C 86°F


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In this video I go over a quick basic species spotlight and my personal review of the Exodon Paradoxus AKA Bucktooth Tetra. OH! I also feed them. If you'd li.


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Scientific Name : Exodon paradoxus Common Names : Bucktooth Tetra Care Level : Easy Size : 2.9 inches (7.5 cm) Water Parameters : pH 5.5 - 7.5 | dH range: 5 - 20 | Temperature : 73°F - 82°F (23°C - 28°C) Lifespan : 8 to 10 years Origin / Habitat : South America, Amazon and Tocantins River basins.


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One Tough Tetra: Exodon paradoxus Author: Seth Gibson The bucktooth tetra may not look like a piranha, but in the author's experience, it is more aggressive than one! Learn how to care for these beautiful but vicious animals for a truly fascinating tank in your own home.


Bucktoothed Tetra (Exodon paradoxus) Tropical Fish Keeping

The bucktooth tetra (Exodon Paradoxus) is a freshwater fish that is a member of the characin family. It's found naturally in South America, including Guyuna, the Amazon River Basin, and Tocantins River Basins. Unlike most other tetra species, the bucktoothed tetra is boisterous, aggressive, and a fierce hunter. Main Food Source


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The bucktooth tetra is an active and unique fish that stands out from other freshwater fish. Find out more in our extensive care guide. Contents [ hide] 1 Bucktooth Tetra - Quick Facts 1.1 Fish Info 1.2 Water/Tank Recommendations 2 Introduction 3 About Bucktooth Tetra 3.1 Appearance 3.2 Their Length 3.3 Lifespan 3.4 Sexual Dimorphism 3.5 Habitat


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The scientific name for this species is Exodus Paradoxus. It is good to know in case you can't find them as Bucktooth Tetras since people who deal with fish know this in every language. They have developed their hectic and predatory lifestyle in those rivers. Back in 1932 is when they became popular in the aquarium trade.


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One of the most aggressive species of tetra is the Bucktooth Tetra (Exodon paradoxus). This species of tetra is known for being highly aggressive and territorial, making them a menace in communal aquariums. It is unclear where the Bucktooth Tetra got their name from since they do not have any visible teeth.


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Scientifically known as Exodon paradoxus, this freshwater fish is predatory and wildly aggressive. Best for seasoned aquarists, the bucktooth tetra can be violent towards any other fish in the vicinity. They are one of several scale-eating species from the Amazon River Basin. Groups will swarm fish and rip their scales off bit by bit!


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Description With a total length of about 15 centimeters, Exodon paradox is fairly large for a characin. They usually do not reach this length in the aquarium, here they usually do not grow longer than 7,5 to 10 centimeters. There is a clear black spot on the flank and on the caudal peduncle. A yellowish iridescent line runs across the flank.


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The Bucktooth Tetra (Exodon paradoxus) is a unique and unusual species that may not be suitable for a community aquarium. This Tetra is highly aggressive and will relentlessly attack most other tank mates, even those that are significantly larger and often considered aggressive themselves.


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The bucktooth tetra ( Exodon paradoxus) is the only member of the genus Exodon and is a freshwater fish of the characin family (family Characidae) of order Characiformes. It is native to the Amazon Basin and Guyana. Though first described in 1845, it was not imported and distributed by the aquarium trade until 1932.


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Epicyrtus exodon, Epicyrtus paradoxus, Hystricodon paradoxus. Origin South America: Amazon and Tocantins River basins. Also known from Guyana. Sexing Females appear fuller in the belly than males. Tank compatibility Must be kept in shoals of 10 or more fish or singly. Should only be kept in a species tank or with similar sized semi-aggressive.