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| Family: |
CHARACIDAE |
| Species: |
Nannostomus beckfordi |
| Common Name: |
Golden pencilfish |
| Size: |
Up to 2.5" (6 cm) |
| Habitat: |
SOUTH AMERICA: Native in the rivers of Guyana south
to the Amazon basin and up the Amazon River to the Negro River. |
| Min Tank Size: |
20 gallons or larger for schools. |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous: Will accept Flakes, Frozen and live
foods. Provide a varied diet for best color. |
| Behavior: |
Peaceful schooler, Keep more than 6. |
| Water: |
75 to 79°F (24-26°C) Soft to hard. dH range: 5.0
- 19.0, pH : 6.0 - 8.0 |
| Care: |
Easy after acclimation. |
| Communities: |
Good, ideal for small community tanks. |
| Suitability: |
Good. |
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