Pygmy Hatchetfish (Carnegiella myersi) Large - Aquarium Glaser
Pygmy Hatchetfish (Carnegiella myersi) Large - Aquarium Glaser is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Pygmy Hatchetfish (Carnegiella myersi) Large - Aquarium Glaser
Pygmy Hatchetfish (Carnegiella myersi) Large - Aquarium Glaser
Description
Description
Carnegiella myersi, commonly known as the Pygmy Hatchetfish, is a tiny, peaceful, and captivating freshwater species native to the Amazon basin. It's ideal for nano aquariums and softwater community setups.
Species Overview
- Scientific Name: Carnegiella myersi
- Common Names: Pygmy Hatchetfish, Myers Hatchetfish, Dwarf Hatchetfish
- Family: Gasteropelecidae
- Origin: Rio Huallaga Basin, Peru; also found in Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia
- Size: Up to 2.5 cm (1 inch)
- Lifespan: 3–5 years
- Temperament: Peaceful, shoaling
- Difficulty: Moderate
Habitat & Tank Setup
- Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons; ideally 20+ for groups
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Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 23–26°C (73–79°F)
- pH: 4.0–7.0
- Hardness: 5–20 dGH
- TDS: 18–110 ppm
- Substrate: Dark sand or fine gravel
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Decor:
- Floating plants and surface cover
- Dense vegetation reaching the surface
- Leaf litter and driftwood
- Lighting: Subdued
- Filtration: Gentle flow; avoid strong currents
- Lid: Tight-fitting — they are skilled jumpers
Diet
- Feeding Type: Surface insectivore
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Diet:
- Flake foods, micro-pellets
- Live/frozen: daphnia, brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, fruit flies
- Feeding Behavior: Top-dwelling; feed near surface
Behavior & Compatibility
- Social Structure: Shoaling; keep in groups of 6–10+
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Tankmates:
- Ideal: small tetras, rasboras, pencilfish, pygmy Corydoras, dwarf cichlids
- Avoid: large or aggressive fish
- Activity: Active, peaceful, surface-oriented
Breeding
- Method: Egg-depositor
- Spawning Site: Underside of floating or submerged leaves
- Parental Care: Male guards and fans eggs until hatching
- Breeding Difficulty: Moderate to difficult; soft, acidic water and live foods required
Appearance
- Body Shape: Deep-bodied, hatchet-like
- Coloration: Silvery, semi-translucent with black lateral line
- Fins: Transparent
- Sexual Dimorphism: Females are rounder; males slightly smaller and slender
Specifications
Specifications
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CategoryOrnamental Fish
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Species TypeHatchetfish
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Water Temperature
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Minimum Tank Size20 Gallons
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Water pH LevelAcidic, Neutral
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Habitat PreferencePlanted Tanks
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BehaviourCommunity Fish
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