**Name:** Silver Hatchetfish **Max Size:** Silver Hatchetfish typically grow to a size of about 1.5 to 2 inches (3.8 to 5 centimeters). **Water Parameters:** They thrive in soft to moderately hard water with a pH level between 6.0 to 7.0 and a temperature range of 72 to 78°F (22 to 26°C). **Diet:** Silver Hatchetfish are primarily insectivores. They have an appetite for small insects and invertebrates. In an aquarium, they accept high-quality flake or pellet foods and should be supplemented with live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia. **Temperament:** These hatchetfish are peaceful and do well in community aquariums with other non-aggressive fish. **Tank Setup:** Silver Hatchetfish should be kept in a well-maintained aquarium with plenty of surface area. They are known for their unique shape and ability to swim near the water's surface, so a well-ventilated tank with floating plants is ideal. **Compatibility:** They are compatible with other peaceful species, especially those that occupy other levels of the aquarium. They should not be kept with fin-nipping or aggressive fish. **Behavior:** Silver Hatchetfish are named for their hatchet-shaped bodies. They have a distinctive appearance with a slender, laterally compressed form and a silvery coloration. **Fun Fact:** Silver Hatchetfish are known for their remarkable ability to leap out of the water to catch insects, similar to how hatchets are thrown. In their natural habitat, they use this unique skill to capture prey at the water's surface.
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