Bario (fish) facts for kids

The Bario steindachneri is a special type of fish. It belongs to a group called characins. This fish lives in the freshwaters of Brazil and Peru. It is the only known species in its entire group, or genus, called Bario.

This fish lives in tropical areas. It swims in the open waters, not usually near the bottom or surface. The Bario steindachneri can grow to about 9 centimeters (3.5 inches) long. You can find it in the huge Amazon River basin in South America.

About the Bario Steindachneri

The Bario steindachneri is a small, freshwater fish. It is part of the Characidae family. This family includes many well-known fish like piranhas and tetras. Most characins live in South America. They are known for their small, often shiny scales.

Where Does it Live?

This fish makes its home in the Amazon River basin. This is a vast area with many rivers and streams. The Amazon basin has a warm, tropical climate. This means the water is always warm. The fish prefers to swim in the open water areas. These are known as the pelagic zone. It means they are not usually found hiding in plants or on the riverbed.

What Does it Eat?

Like many small fish, the Bario steindachneri likely eats tiny things. It probably feeds on small insects and other tiny creatures. These are often found floating in the water. They might also eat small bits of plants. This helps them get the energy they need to swim and grow.

Who Named This Fish?

This fish was named to honor a scientist named Franz Steindachner. He was an Austrian ichthyologist. An ichthyologist is a scientist who studies fish. Mr. Steindachner first described this fish in 1891. However, he accidentally used a name that was already taken. Later, other scientists gave it its current official name. This is why you see two names in its scientific classification.

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In Spanish: Bario steindachneri para niños