Spotfin Hatchetfish (Thoracocharax stellatus)
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Spotfin Hatchetfish
Spotfin Hatchetfish
Thoracocharax stellatus
76 Litres (20 US G.)
6-7 cm (2.4-2.8")
Freshwater
6.5 - 7.2
23.9-25.6°C (75 -78 °F)
5-12 °d
1:1 M:F
2-5 years
Family
Gasteropelecidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Spotfin Hatchetfish
Additional scientific names
- Gastropelecus stellatus
Origin
- South America: Paraná, Amazon, and Orinoco River basins.
Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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