Nannostomus eques (Tubular mouth -to -mouth pencil)

Nannostomus eques fish is a freshwater fish from South America. He is part of the Lebiasinidae family and is also known as black-stains or black spots with black spots.

This fish is small, measuring approximately 3 centimeters long for a weight of a few grams. It has an elongated and tapered shape, with a slightly compressed body laterally. Its color varies according to individuals, but it is generally of iridescent blue or metallic green. The nannostomus eques have smooth and shiny scales, with a black band along their back and their tail.

Nannostomus eques fish is generally quiet and calm. It tends to move slowly and stay close to the bottom of the aquarium. It is a gregarious fish that likes to live in a group, with other fish from the same species or similar species.

This fish is omnivorous and feeds mainly on small insects, worms and molluscs which it finds in the water. He is also able to eat algae and other aquatic plants. To keep it healthy, it is important to provide it with a varied and balanced diet.

Abdominal profile almost straight in male, more convex in the female.