Hockey Stick Pencilfish tank mates
Nannostomus eques
5 rated pairings from the Hockey Stick Pencilfish care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Hockey Stick Pencilfish needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Similar size, peaceful temperament, and preference for soft acidic water make them ideal companions
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Foreground plant that provides shelter and security; essential for creating the dense planted environment they prefer
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Low-light tolerant plant that creates hiding spots and mimics their natural Amazon habitat
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.