Elegant Pencilfish
Nannostomus limatus
Elegant Pencilfish is a peaceful middle-to-top swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 5 cm (≤ 2 in)
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C
- pH
- 4.5–7
- GH
- 2–10 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 22–28 °C, pH 4.5–7, GH 2–10 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Elegant Pencilfish is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Elegant Pencilfish should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Before adding this fish
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Elegant Pencilfish get?
Elegant Pencilfish reaches ≤ 5 cm (≤ 2 in).
Is Elegant Pencilfish peaceful?
Yes. Elegant Pencilfish is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Elegant Pencilfish?
Keep it between 22 to 28 °C.