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Golden pencilfish

Family:	CHARACIDAE
Species:	Nannostomus beckfordi
Common Name:	Golden pencilfish
Size:	Up to 2.5" (6 cm)
Habitat:	SOUTH AMERICA: Native in the rivers of Guyana south to the Amazon basin and up the Amazon River to the Negro River.
Min Tank Size:	20 gallons or larger for schools.
Diet:	Omnivorous: Will accept Flakes, Frozen and live foods. Provide a varied diet for best color.
Behavior:	Peaceful schooler, Keep more than 6.
Water:	75 to 79°F (24-26°C) Soft to hard. dH range: 5.0 - 19.0, pH : 6.0 - 8.0
Care:	Easy after acclimation.
Communities:	Good, ideal for small community tanks.
Suitability:	Good.