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Bucktooth Tetra - (Exodon Paradoxus)
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🐟 Bucktooth Tetra – (Exodon paradoxus)

The Bucktooth Tetra is a fascinating and somewhat challenging freshwater fish native to the Amazon Basin. Known for its sharp, bucktooth-like teeth and active, sometimes aggressive behavior, this species is best suited for experienced aquarists. It is a fast swimmer and requires a spacious tank with careful consideration of tankmates.


🌊 Habitat & Care

  • Origin: Amazon Basin, South America.
  • Tank Size: Minimum 55 gallons.
  • Water Conditions: Prefers soft, slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH of 6.0–7.5 and temperature between 75–82°F (24–28°C).
  • Tank Setup: Provide open swimming areas with driftwood and plants for hiding.

🍽️ Diet

  • Omnivorous/Carnivorous — feeds on live or frozen foods such as small fish, insects, and crustaceans; may accept high-quality pellets.

⚖️ Temperament

  • Semi-aggressive and territorial.
  • Known to nip fins; best kept with fast, robust tankmates or in species-only setups.

🧠 Behavior & Special Considerations

  • Size: Up to 6 inches (15 cm).
  • Active and bold swimmer; requires stable water conditions.
  • Not suitable for small or community tanks with delicate fish.

📋 At a Glance

🔖 Scientific Name Exodon paradoxus
🐟 Common Name Bucktooth Tetra
🌎 Origin Amazon Basin, South America
📏 Size Up to 6 inches (15 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
💧 pH Range 6.0–7.5
🐟 Temperament Semi-aggressive, territorial
🏠 Tank Size 55+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Omnivore/Carnivore

💡 The Bucktooth Tetra is an energetic and bold species, best suited for aquarists with experience managing semi-aggressive fish in spacious tanks.

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