Important Shipping Information from Source Aquatics
At Source Aquatics, we prioritize the safe transport of your Marginatus Pencil Fish. Here are our shipping guidelines:
- 📦 Shipments are conducted on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays via FEDEX & UPS.
- 🕒 DOA Guarantee is applicable to next-day shipping, refunds less shipping costs.
- 🌡️ Temperature-appropriate packaging is used based on destination climate (local temperature info is helpful).
- 📆 We strive to avoid weekend shipping to minimize potential delays, depending on destination.
Your satisfaction and the health of the fish are our top priorities:
- 💸 Prompt refunds for DOA cases, less shipping costs.
- 🔄 Replacements where feasible.
- 🚚 Orders may take 2-3 business days to prepare for optimum quality.
- 💯 Full refunds for orders we cannot fulfill due to stock issues.
Discover the Elegant Marginatus Pencil Fish
The Marginatus Pencil Fish (Nannostomus marginatus) is a captivating freshwater fish known for its slender body and striking horizontal stripes. This species is a beautiful addition to any aquarium, providing both elegance and activity.
What We Adore About This Fish:
- Elegant horizontal stripes and slender body
- Hardy and easy to care for
- Peaceful and social, perfect for community tanks
- Active swimmers, adding movement and life to the aquarium
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
- Temperature: 75° – 82° F (24° – 28° C)
- pH: 6.0 – 7.5
- Hardness: 3-12 dGH
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
CARE INFORMATION:
- Diet: Omnivorous; feed with a variety of high-quality flakes, micro pellets, and live or frozen foods
- Social Behavior: Peaceful and social, best kept in schools
- Origin: Native to freshwater habitats in South America
- Average Adult Size: 1.5 inches (4 cm)
