Silver Hatchetfish
Gasteropelecus levis
Familie : Characidae
Small silver hatchetfish with a laterally compressed body, ideal for peaceful community aquariums.
Beschreibung
Gasteropelecus levis grows up to 3.5 cm. Its body is deep and laterally compressed, with enlarged pectoral fins that allow it to jump out of the water. It has a shiny silver stripe on the flank. It is a schooling fish that lives in groups. It feeds mainly on surface insects. In the aquarium, it is peaceful and active. Its surface swimming is characteristic.
Lebensraum
Region :
Freshwater rivers and streams, calm and wooded areas
Verbreitung :
Empfohlene Parameter
Pflege
Pflegehinweise
Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals. Aquarium of at least 60L with open surface area. Parameters: pH 5.5-7.0, GH 2-15, KH 1-10, temperature 24-28°C. Diet: flakes, micro-pellets, brine shrimp, daphnia. Sensitive to nitrates (max 20 mg/L). Provide a tight cover as it jumps. Floating plants appreciated. Compatible with other small peaceful fish.