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The little pet fish that saved a town in the Amazon

Mar 18, 2026 · 33m
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  • Cardinal tetras, popular pet fish, originate from a small Brazilian town.
  • Locals hand-catch these fish, forming the basis of the town's economy.
  • The town's vital fish trade faces an unspecified threat.

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