Fish Species
Beckford's Pencilfish
Nannostomus beckfordi
About
A slender peaceful characin that holds a mostly horizontal posture and develops attractive red tones, especially in mature males. It is social but males establish small display territories, so groups benefit from plants and visual barriers.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Nannostomus beckfordi
Origin Region
Guyana through the Amazon basin to the Rio Negro
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Omnivore
Care Difficulty
Beginner
Max Size
6.5 cm | 2.6 in
Water Requirements
Amazon BasinTemperature
24–29°C
pH
5.5–7
GH Hardness
1–8dGH
KH Alkalinity
1–4dKH
Min Tank Size
60L