Beckford's Pencilfish

Beckford's Pencilfish, also known as the Golden Pencilfish, is a small, slender fish known for its subtle beauty and peaceful demeanor. It features a prominent dark horizontal stripe running from its snout to its tail, often overlaid with iridescent gold or reddish hues, particularly in males. They are a shoaling species that prefers a heavily planted tank with dim lighting and soft, acidic water to mimic their native South American blackwater habitats. A fascinating trait is their 'dipping' swimming style, where they often hold their bodies at a slight angle, seemingly browsing for micro-prey among plants.