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As rain begins to ease, the male splash tetra finds himself in a challenging predicament. The water levels are low, which means he must take proactive measures to determine when conditions are right for mating. Employing an innovative method, he creates strategic splashes to gauge his height above the water’s surface. This trial-and-error approach allows him to estimate whether he can reach the vegetation that will serve as a crucial landing spot for successful breeding.