Description
Dwarf pencilfish hail from Guyana, Suriname and the middle to lower Amazon basin in Peru, Colombia and Brazil. Growing up to just 2.5cm in length, these peaceful nano fish are best identified by their slim golden-brown bodies, dark lateral band and red-tipped fins.
Dwarf pencilfish are best kept in a group to help them feel secure and promote natural behaviour.
To mimic their natural environment, consider a planted aquarium with soft, acidic water and plenty of floating plants.
Dwarf pencilfish are carnivores. At Wirral Aquatics we feed our dwarf pencilfish Artemia powder, baby brine shrimp, daphnia and cyclops.
Tank compatibility & care
Ordering livestock
We strive to ensure that we honour all orders placed online. However, we are a small, busy shop and tracking livestock inventory can be challenging. If we are unable to fulfil your order, we will contact you as soon as possible to discuss options so that you can decide how you would like to proceed.
If livestock are appearing out of stock on our website, it does not necessarily mean that they are not available in store. If there is something that you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss what is possible.
If you would like to view footage of the particular fish that you are looking to purchase, please contact us and we will send footage as per your request.