Nannostomus marginatus

(cm)

(inches)

3.2

1.25

Adults tend to eat the eggs.

This fish possesses interesting body markings.

One of the more colourful of the Nannostomus species.

Not very active, but even when stationary its pectoral fins can be seen beating rapidly to keep it 'hovering' in one place: when frightened, it moves very rapidly.