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Beckford's Pencilfish
Nannostomus beckfordi
Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater
About
Slender torpedo-shaped fish with a golden stripe and red fins.
Water Parameters
Temperature
70 - 81 °F
Ideal: 75 - 80 °F
pH
5 - 8
GH (Hardness)
1 - 15 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
1.4"
Min Tank Size
10 gallons
Diet
omnivore
Swimming Zone
middle-top
School Size
10+ recommended
Bioload
low
Category
tetra