Search Dictionary
Definition of vampire tetra

vampire tetra

Plural:vampire tetras
JUMP TO:

• noun

1

A large, predatory freshwater fish native to the Amazon and Orinoco river basins in South America, distinguished by its two remarkably long, fang-like lower teeth used to impale smaller fish.

Example

"Sport anglers traveling to the Amazon often hope to catch the elusive vampire tetra due to its striking appearance and fierce reputation."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for vampire tetra

• Nearby Words

vamp
vampire
vampire pleco
vampire tetra
vampiric
vampirism
vampy

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vampire tetra. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vampire-tetra
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.