Assorted Pencilfish

Care at a glance

• Minimum tank 18 × 12in (45 × 30cm) footprint or larger.
• Temperature 70–81°F (21–27°C)
• Water pH 5.0–8.0 · GH 1–15 dGH · 0 ppm ammonia and nitrite.
• Adult size 2.6 in body length

Tankmates and setup*

Confirm the animal’s scientific identity, adult size, social needs, and tankmate suitability with our team before purchase.

* Temperament varies by fish and setup.

Feeding

Confirm the diet and the foods currently accepted by this stock before purchase. A trade name alone does not establish an appropriate feeding plan.

Try small portions of Hikari Bio-Pure Frozen Baby Brine Shrimp if accepted.

Reference photo by Kaden Slone. Original photo · CC BY 4.0