Marbled hatchetfish - Carnegiella strigata
Scientific name: Carnegiella strigata
Common name: Marbled hatchetfish
Family: Gasteropelecidae
Usual size in fish tanks: 4 - 5 cm (1.57 - 1.97 inch)
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Recommended pH range for the species: 5.8 - 7.5
Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 18°N (71.43 - 321.43ppm)
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Recommended temperature: 24 - 28 °C (75.2 - 82.4°F)
The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning
Where the species comes from: South America
Temperament to its own species: peaceful
Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful
Usual place in the tank: Top levels
Food
The Marbled Hatchet fish eats a variety of live foods including mosquito larvae, brine shrimp and bloodworms.
Sexing
There are no differences between males and females unless the females are heavy with eggs. The eggs are visible through her thin body.
Breeding
These egg layers are not easily bred in the aquarium, but if there is successful spawning the adults should be removed soon after the eggs are laid.
Lifespan
The Marbled Hatchet will live for up to 5 years.
Origin
Carnegiella strigata can be found in the Amazon River of South America.
Description
The Marbled Hatchet is one of the easiest hatchet fish to take care of. This fish will hang out right beneath the surface of the water in large groups. Because the Marbled Hatchet Fish is a “flying” fish, be sure to keep a tight lid on the aquarium.
Pictures
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