Blackstripe pencilfish (Nannostomus harrisoni)

Scientific name: Nannostomus harrisoni Eigenmann, 1909

The Blackstripe pencilfish (Nannostomus harrisoni) is a freshwater fish of the family Lebiasinidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–28°C (75–82°F). Native range: South America, Demerara River basin, Guyana.

Blackstripe pencilfish care at a glance

Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Nannostomus harrisoni
Family: Lebiasinidae (Pencilfishes)
Order: Characiformes (Characins)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 4.5
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 5.5 - 7.0; dH range: ? - 4 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: South America: Demerara River basin, Guyana.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial