FishincSpecies catalog
Payara
Hydrolycus scomberoides
Payara (Hydrolycus scomberoides) belongs to the family Cynodontidae. Habitat: fresh water.
Profile
| Scientific name | Hydrolycus scomberoides |
|---|---|
| Family | Cynodontidae |
| Habitat | Fresh water |
| Group | Predators |
| Other names | Vampire tetra, Cachorra |
| Regional lists in Fishinc | South America freshwater |
Identifying features
- Elongated, silvery body, deep chest, upturned mouth with two huge fang-like lower teeth that stick up through the upper jaw
- Large eyes
- Silver flanks with a dark spot behind the gill
- Orange to red-edged fins
Payara in other languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| German | Payara, Vampirfisch |
| French | Tétra vampire |
| Spanish | Payara, Chambira |
| Portuguese | Cachorra, Peixe-cachorro |
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