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Name

Scientific name

Distichodus sexfasciatus

Described by

Not recorded

Family

Citharinidae

Common names

Six-banded Distichodus

Photograph credits

All 4 credited

Summary

The six-banded distichodus, Distichodus sexfasciatus, is a large citharinid from Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Tanzania. T…

Size and aquarium

Maximum size

750mm, standard length

Aquarium size

Minimum length 240 cm, Minimum depth 90 cm, Minimum height 60 cm

Water

Water conditions

Temperature 22–26°C, pH 6–7.5

Hardness

10–20dGH

Conductivity

Not recorded

Behaviour

Temperament

Not recorded

Social needs

Not recorded

Social needs
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Community suitability

Not for a community

Where it lives

Countries, regions, rivers and lakes

DR Congo, Lake Tanganyika

Writing

Etymology

Not written yet

Distribution

Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania. It is present in Lake Tanganyika.

Habitat

A predominantly benthic species inhabiting lakes and rivers.

Aquarium size

A tank of 240 ∗ 90 ∗ 60 cm - ~1296 litres should be considered a bare minimum to house one of these. A much larger tank would be needed to house it as part of …

Maintenance

Not a good choice for the planted setup, as it will munch most greenery. Furnish the tank with smooth rocks and driftwood branches instead. Sand or gravel can …

Water conditions

Temperature: 22 – 26 °C pH: 6.0-7.5 Hardness: 10-20°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 live and fr…

Behaviour and compatibility

Somewhat unpredictable. While some specimens remain peaceful with similarly-sized species, others can become very spiteful as they mature. Certainly don't atte…

Sexual dimorphism

Unknown.

Reproduction

Not known to have been bred in captivity.

Notes

This is the most common of the few Distichodus species regularly seen in the hobby, and sadly, it is often sold as being suitable for the general community tan…

References

References

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