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Nannobrycon ocellatus

Golden-eye Pencilfish, Jewelled Pencilfish
Temperature
24–29°C
pH
5–6
dGH
3–8 ppm
Size
5 cm
Tank
40 L
\n- Nannobrycon ocellatus is a peaceful, shoaling species that thrives in groups of 6 or more.\n- It exhibits unique swimming behavior, often inclined at an angle, resembling a pencil's direction.\n- Ideal for planted setups with subdued lighting, mimicking their natural habitat which helps accentuate their iridescent colors.\n- Diet should consist of small live or frozen foods like daphnia, bloodworms, and brine shrimp, with high-quality flake foods as supplements.\n- They require excellent water quality management with regular water changes owing to their sensitivity to nitrite/nitrate levels.

Water parameters

Hardness
3–8 ppm
Temperature
24–29°C
pH
5–6

Tank & size

Fish size
5 cm
Tank length
40 cm
Tank volume
40 L

Distribution

Central America