Citharinidae
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Also known as African characins or African fin-eating tetras, these interesting fishes were formerly classified in the Family Characidae.
Most common in the aquarium trade are members of the genus Distichodus, which can fit nicely into a community of fishes that grow large and rambunctious. As they mature, they can become aggressive and males of the same species may fight incessantly.
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Taxonomic rank: Family
Common name: DISTICHODUS
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| Genera | 20 | 0 |
| Species | 100 | 0 |
Feeding: Omnivores. Will eat aquarium plants.
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Reference: 101 Best Tropical Fishes
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| Biogroup-Organism | Freshwater Fishes + |
| Common name | DISTICHODUS + |
| Family taxonomic rank | Family + |
| Native range | Africa + |
| Reference | 101 Best Tropical Fishes + |