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Silver Hatchetfish - Gasteropelecus sternicla

Silver Hatchetfish - Gasteropelecus sternicla

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SynonymsClupea sternicla, Gasteropelecus argenteus, G. coronatus, Gasteropelecus sternicla marowini, G. s. morae, Salmo gasteropelecus
DistributionBrazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Maximum Size5cm (2")
Temperature23-27°C
Water ParametersSoft and slightly acidic. pH: 5.5-7.0, dH: up to 15 degrees.
CompatibilityCommunity
LightingDim
Sexual DimorphismDifficult to determine. Mature females may appear slightly fuller bodied when full of eggs.
FeedingFlake, granules and frozen foods
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