Beacon Fish

Introduction


The deep body outline of the Beacon Fish follow the general tetra pattern.The identifying features of this silvery gray fish are the bright red top of the eye and the gold spot behind the adipose fin, above a dark blotch at the base of the caudal fin.

Common Name


Beacon Fish, Head and Tail-light Fish


Species


Hemigrammus ocellifer.


Habitat 


Rivers in Amazon region and Guyana.


Maximum Size


About 2"(5cm).


Minimum Tank Size 


A tank measuring at least 60 cm (24 inches)  with at least 20 litre (5 gallons).


Diet 


They are Omnivorous , so can eat most of the foods.Frozen flakes and live foods.A varied diet will ensure the fish develop the best colors and condition.Daily meals of small live and frozen fare such as Daphnia, Artemia and suchlike will result in the best colouration and encourage the fish to come into breeding condition.


Water Temperature


24 – 28° C (75 – 82.5° F).


pH


6.0 - 8.0


Hardness


5-12 dH


Remark


These small fish prefer a well-planted aquarium and soft acid water for breeding.They will eat there eggs.