Purple Pencil Fish
PURPLE PENCIL FISH
Purple Pencil Fish are a rare and attractive nano fish prized for their slender body shape and striking purple-red coloration. Their shimmering colours become even more vibrant under good lighting and in well-planted aquariums, making them a standout addition to any peaceful community tank.
These peaceful schooling fish thrive when kept in groups of 6 or more and are best suited to planted aquariums with gentle water flow. Purple Pencil Fish are active yet calm swimmers that coexist well with other small, non-aggressive fish and freshwater shrimp.
Specifications
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Care Level | Easy to Moderate |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Maximum Size | 4–5 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore – accepts quality micro pellets, flakes, frozen foods, and live foods |
| Group Size | 6 or more |
| Best Environment | Planted aquariums with gentle water flow |
FAQ
What is the ideal group size for Purple Pencil Fish?
Purple Pencil Fish should be kept in groups of 6 or more to thrive and display natural behavior.
Do Purple Pencil Fish require special lighting?
Good lighting enhances their vibrant purple-red coloration, especially in well-planted aquariums.
Can Purple Pencil Fish live with other fish?
Yes, they coexist well with small, non-aggressive fish and freshwater shrimp.
Owen Powell –
The Purple Pencil Fish are beautiful and calm. I kept them in a 10-gallon planted tank with gentle flow. They swim together in a school and their colors shine under the LED lights. Easy to care for and don’t stress other fish.
James Morrison –
I bought a group of six and they’ve been active and peaceful since arrival. The colors are vivid, especially in the morning light. I feed them micro pellets and frozen foods twice a day.
Tracey Dowd –
Great addition to my community tank. They don’t chase other fish and stay near the back where plants are. I love how they move slowly and gracefully through the water.