Greenstripe pencilfish (Nannostomus marilynae)

Scientific name: Nannostomus marilynae Weitzman & Cobb, 1975

The Greenstripe pencilfish (Nannostomus marilynae) is a freshwater fish of the family Lebiasinidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–26°C (75–79°F). Native range: South America, Negro and Vichada River basins.

Greenstripe pencilfish care at a glance

Temperature: 24–26°C (75–79°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Nannostomus marilynae
Family: Lebiasinidae (Pencilfishes)
Order: Characiformes (Characins)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 5.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 5.5 - 6.5; dH range: ? - 4 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: South America: Negro and Vichada River basins.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial