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Name
Scientific name
Distichodus affinis
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Citharinidae
Common names
Silver Distichodus
Photograph credits
All 2 credited
Summary
The silver distichodus, Distichodus affinis, is an active citharinid from the Lower and Central Congo basin. It develops bright red fins as…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
200mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Minimum height 30 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 23–27°C, pH 6–8
Hardness
5–20dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Peaceful
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
DR Congo, Republic of the Congo
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo.
Habitat
Collected from various biotopes throughout the Lower and Central Congo basin.
Aquarium size
A failry active species requiring a tank of at least 120 ∗ 30 ∗ 30 cm - ~108 litres in size.
Maintenance
Not a good choice for the planted tank, as it will munch most greenery. Furnish the tank with smooth rocks and driftwood branches instead. Sand or gravel can b…
Water conditions
Temperature: 23 – 27 °C pH: 6.0-8.0 Hardness: 5-20°H
Diet
Omnivorous and will accept most foods offered. It should be fed a decent proportion of vegetable matter to keep it in the best of health. A diet of small live …
Behaviour and compatibility
Not an aggressive fish, but its potential size should be considered when selecting tankmates for it. It makes an ideal resident of an African community alongsi…
Sexual dimorphism
Unknown.
Reproduction
Not recorded in captivity, though is known to spawn in large shoals in open water in nature. Apparently, it's now being produced commercially for the trade in …
Notes
This species has become more common in the trade in recent years, and makes an interesting addition to larger communities. It develops bright red fins as it ma…
References
References
No references