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. |