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Silver Hatchet Fish
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Gasteropelecus sternicla Silver Hatchet Fish |
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Habitat: South America |
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Length: 65 mm (2.6 in.) |
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Diet: Prepared foods |
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Sex difference: Female slightly plumper when viewed from above or from the front |
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Compatibility: Peaceful top water swimmer |
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Breeding: Not yet |
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Tank conditions: pH 6.4; Hardness 8; Temp 76ºF; Size 20 gal |
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Comments Be sure to have the aquarium covered as this fish, along with all other Hatchet Fish, are actually freshwater flying fish. Nature takes over and, if the aquarium is uncovered, you will find them "flying" to the floor. |
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