Silver Hatchetfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Silver Hatchetfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
• Compatibility: Excellent community fish, compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized species. Avoid housing with aggressive or fin-nipping fish. Best kept in groups of 6 or more.
• Special requirements: Requires a tightly fitting lid as they are prone to jumping. Needs open swimming space at the top of the tank, along with some floating plants for cover. A gentle current is appreciated.

Water parameters

Temperature

73-80°F (23-27°C)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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