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The Incredible Leaping Fish That Lay Eggs Out of Water

Geo Dude on Instagram: "The Splash tetra (Copella arnoldi) is often called the “master of aerial egg-laying” — and for good reason. It has one of the most unique breeding behaviors among fish. Here’s why: 🐟 Species: Splash tetra (Copella arnoldi) 🌍 Habitat: Shallow streams and river edges in the Amazon Basin, South America 🪶 Unique trait: Lays eggs above the water surface 🧬 How the Splash Tetra Lays Its Eggs 1. Courtship: The male jumps out of the water to attract a female and chooses a leaf

Animal Documentary & Science Concepts on Instagram: "🔺Splash Tetra (Copella arnoldi) Family: Lebiasinidae Native to: Amazon Basin (Brazil, Colombia, Peru) Size: ~3–4 cm (1–1.5 in) Lifespan: 3–5 years 🔺What makes it special 🌊 🔸Famous for its splashing breeding behavior. 🔸The pair jumps out of the water to stick eggs on leaves or surfaces above the waterline. 🔸The male guards the eggs, repeatedly splashing water on them to keep them moist until they hatch. 🔺Appearance Slender body, silvery-