Golden Pencilfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Golden Pencilfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 10 gallons (38 liters)
• Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other small, peaceful fish such as other pencilfish species, small tetras, rasboras, dwarf cichlids, and corydoras. Avoid housing with large or aggressive species that may prey on them.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with plenty of hiding spots and open swimming areas. A dark substrate and floating plants can help to bring out their best coloration and reduce stress. They are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least 6-10 individuals to thrive and display natural behaviors.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

5.5-7.5

Hardness

2-15 dGH

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