How many hatchets/pencils would you get?

magpie

If I upped the number of hatchets to 12, then, would it be overstocked to do the remainder?

Byron

No.

magpie

Excellent!

magpie

Just wanted to revisit this and say thanks for all the input! I got the N. eques and the White-finned tetras (H. Bentosi or H. Rosaceus depending on what website you read) and both were such fantastic additions to the tank!

The tetras are beautiful, active, mostly mid-level swimmers, and lots of fun to watch. They add a nice level of activity to the tank and are great visually with their size and color. They're active, and voracious eaters (we call them our piranhas at feeding time) but are peaceful.

The N. eques remind me of seahorses for some reason. They also love to eat and I just love their angular swimming preference and subtle beauty - the browns and reds, with a hint of blue.