Silver Hatchetfish (Linnaeus, 1758)
| Scientific Name | Gasteropelecus sternicla |
| Diet | Carnivore: bloodworms, tubifex, brine shrimp; prepared flake, pellets. |
| Alt Common Name | River Hatchet Fish |
| Family | Gasteropelecidae |
| Origin | South America: Middle Amazon, Peru |
| Aquarist Level | Intermediate/Advanced |
| Community Aquarium Safe | Yes |
| Coloration | Silver with some horizontal black striping along the body |
| Disposition | Peaceful |
| Hardiness | Moderate |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Angelfish, Catfish, Danios, Discus, Gouramis, Livebearers, Loaches, Minnows, Plecos, Rainbowfish, Tetras. |
| Mature Size | 2 inches. |
| Minimum Recommended Aquarium Size | 25 gallons |
| Sexual Dimorphism | None visible. |