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Carnegiella myersi
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| Pygmy Hatchetfish | |
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| Pygmy Hatchetfish | |
| Species | Carnegiella myersi |
| Family | Gasteropelecidae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 37.854 liters 37,854.118 mL 10 US Gallons (37.9L) |
| Size | 0.866 in
2-2.2 cm (0.8-0.9") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 5.5 - 6.5 |
| Temp. | 296.15 K 73.4 °F 533.07 °R 299.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
10-20 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:3 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
3-5 years |
| Habitat | |
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[edit] Alternative names
- Pygmy Hatchetfish, Myers Hatchetfish, Glass Hatchetfish
[edit] Sexing
- Very difficult to visually sex, most will only be able to be sexed when the female is holding eggs. Tricky to breed in captivity.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- Peaceful shoaling fish, should be kept in groups of 6 or more.
[edit] Diet
- Will accept most floating foods including pellet and flake as well as live/frozen food like brine shrimp.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- A well-filtered mature tank without very bright lighting is needed for this fish. They do not do well in strong currents. A secure lid is a must for this fish, they can get through even the smallest of gaps.
[edit] Behaviour
- Entirely top-dwelling fish, known to jump out the water when startled.
[edit] Identification
- Typical deep-bodied triangular Hatchetfish in shape. The body is silvery and almost translucent with some skeleton visible. It has a black lateral line running along the top of the body to the caudal peduncle. Fins are translucent.
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