Macabi Tetra
NameMacabi Tetra
Scientific NameBrycon guatemalensis
Common NamesMacabi Tetra, Machaca, Machaca Tetra, Jurel de río
FamilyCharacidae
OriginCentral America, Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range6.0-7.5
Description
The Macabi Tetra, also known as Machaca, is a large and powerful predatory characin native to rivers and streams throughout Central America. It possesses a robust, torpedo-shaped body and a formidable mouth, making it an apex predator in its natural habitat. Due to its significant size and aggressive nature, it requires an exceptionally large aquarium and is best kept as a species-only fish.
