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Pygmy Hatchetfish (Carnegiella myersi)

$999 CAD
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SKU: 14429611060094

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Pygmy Hatchetfish (Carnegiella myersi)

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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+
  • 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
  • Category
    Ornamental Fish
  • Species Type
    Hatchetfish
  • Water Temperature
    72°F to 82°F
  • Minimum Tank Size
    20 Gallons
  • Water pH Level
    Acidic, Neutral
  • Habitat Preference
    Planted Tanks
  • Behaviour
    Community Fish

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Pygmy Hatchetfish (Carnegiella myersi)

$999 CAD

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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+
  • 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 

 



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