| Family: | CHARACIDAE |
| Species: |
Hemigrammus ocellifer |
| Common Name: |
Beacon Fish, Head and Tail-light Fish |
| Size: | Up to 2 in (5 cm) |
| Habitat: | SOUTH AMERICA: rivers in the Amazon region and Guyana |
| Min Tank Size: | 20 gallon for a school. |
| Diet: | Omnivorous, will accept flake frozen or live. |
| Behavior: | Peaceful schooling fish. |
| Water: | Temperature 71 to 79°F (22 to 26°C), pH range: 6.0 – 8.0; dH range: 5 – 19 |
| Care: | Easy, should be kept in schools of six or more for best well being. |
| Communities: | Excellent, keep with other peaceful species. |
| Suitability: | Excellent. |
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