Fish Species
Marble Hatchetfish
Carnegiella strigata
About
A small Amazonian surface fish with a deep hatchet-shaped body and marbled markings. It lives in groups and feeds largely on small invertebrates at the surface. Hatchetfish are exceptional jumpers, so a completely covered aquarium is mandatory.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Carnegiella strigata
Origin Region
Amazon basin and Caquetá River system, South America
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Carnivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Size
3.5 cm | 1.4 in
Water Requirements
Amazon BasinTemperature
24–29°C
pH
5.5–7
GH Hardness
1–8dGH
KH Alkalinity
1–4dKH
Min Tank Size
60L