Marble Hatchetfish
Carnegiella strigata
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Last updated: November 18, 2025
Overview
Small, wing-shaped top-dweller.
Origin: South America
Family: Gasteropelecidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 4.00 cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Care Level: Moderate
Diet Type: Omnivore
Habitat Requirements
Water Type: Freshwater
Temperature Range: 23.0°C - 28.0°C
pH Range: 5.8 - 7.2
Water Hardness: 2 - 10 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 40 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Flakes, small live food.
Care Level:
Moderate
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Difficult
Shade, floating plants may help.
Compatibility
Peaceful
Top-dwellers, good for peaceful tanks.