Twostripe Pencilfish (Nannostomus digrammus)
Fish in the family Lebiasinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameNannostomus digrammus
FamilyLebiasinidae
Also known asTwo-Lined Pencilfish, Digrammus Pencil, Dwarf Pencilfish
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size1.4 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 74-82°F, pH 5.0-7.0, GH 1-8 dGH
Appearance
Small slender body with two dark horizontal stripes over a tan-gold base.
Difficulty and care for the Twostripe Pencilfish
Moderate
Origin and habitat
South America (Amazon and Guianas)
Keeper notes
Peaceful nano schooler; too small for boisterous tankmates.
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