Black-Winged Hatchetfish (Carnegiella marthae)

Fish in the family Gasteropelecidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameCarnegiella marthae

FamilyGasteropelecidae

Also known asBlackwing Hatchetfish

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size1.4 in

Minimum tank size15 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 5.0-7.0, GH 1-10 dGH

Appearance

Small silver hatchet body with a dark line along the keel and black markings in the pectoral 'wings'.

Difficulty and care for the Black-Winged Hatchetfish

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (Orinoco and Rio Negro basins)

Keeper notes

Peaceful surface-dweller best kept with gentle tankmates.

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