The Marbled Hatchet is one of the most populair aquarium fish on the market and with good reasons. It’s a beautiful and unique living schooling fish and add some live near the surface of your tank.
Marbled Hatchetfish: Overview
- English name: Marbled hatchetfish
- Scientific name: Carnegiella strigata
- Size: 1.4 inch/3.5cm
- Lifespan: 3 to 5 years
- Diet: Omnivore
- Minimum tank size: 15 Gallons/56 Liter
- Tank setup: Freshwater, with
alot of plants, dark substrate and open swim space - Temperature: 75-82°F/24-28°C
- PH Level: 5.0-8.0 pH
Tank Requirements
Having plenty of swimming space is a must. a 10G tank is a minimum for a small school (around 5 fish)