|
| Family: |
Gasteropelecidae |
| Species: |
Gasteropelecus sternicla |
| Common Name: |
Silver Hatchetfish, Common Hatchetfish, River Hatchetfish
|
| Size: |
Up to 2.5" (6.5cm) |
| Habitat: |
SOUTH AMERICA: In the Peruvian and middle Amazon,
the Guianas and Venezuela . |
| Min Tank Size: |
20 gallon for a school of 6. Tank must be completely
covered as these fish will jump out of the tank if startled. |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous, Flake, frozen and loves live food, but
have a reputation of being greedy. |
| Behavior: |
Peaceful, but sometimes bicker amongst themselves.
|
| Water: |
Temperature of 73 to 81°F (23 - 27°C), pH 6.0 to
7.0, up to dGH 15 |
| Care: |
Easy, good filtration and frequent water changes. |
| Communities: |
Good |
| Suitability: |
Good for all, with care for size potential. |
| |
|
|
