Aphyocharax agassizii

Aphyocharax agassizii

Tricuspid teeth may line two thirds of the maxilla

Tropical
Southern Hemisphere
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
South America
Small
Tropical fish

Aphyocharax agassizii is a freshwater fish living in rivers and streams. One feature is particularly easy to remember: Tricuspid teeth may line two thirds of the maxilla.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Characins
Family: Characidae
Genus: Aphyocharax
Water type: Freshwater