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Name
Scientific name
Nannocharax brevis
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Citharinidae
Common names
African Darter Characin
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
The African darter characin, Nannocharax brevis, is a citharinid endemic to parts of the River Congo basin in the Democratic Republic of Co…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
45mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 45 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Minimum height 30 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 23–27°C, pH 6–7.5
Hardness
5–15dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Not recorded
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Central African Republic, DR Congo
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Endemic to parts of River Congo basin in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Habitat
Like other Nannocharax, this species probably inhabits swiftly-flowing sections of rivers and streams. Here the fish are found sheltering amidst the rocky subs…
Aquarium size
You could keep a few of these in a tank as small as 45 ∗ 30 ∗ 30 cm - ~41 litres.
Maintenance
This species does well in heavily-planted aquaria in which the growth of aquatic plants provides plenty of shaded areas. Some pieces of driftwood or smooth peb…
Water conditions
Temperature: 23 – 27 °C pH: 6.0 - 7.5 Hardness: 5 - 15°H
Diet
Feeds primarily on benthic invertebrates in nature, and unsurprisingly shows a predilection for small live and frozen foods such as bloodworm or Daphnia in the…
Behaviour and compatibility
This species does well in a community of other peaceful species that enjoy similar conditions. In an African-themed stream tank suitable tankmates include Ales…
Sexual dimorphism
Unknown.
Reproduction
Seemingly not yet achieved in the hobby.
Notes
There are currently 25 described species in the genus Nannocharax, these forming a monophyletic group with members of the very similar Hemigrammocharax. None c…
References
References
No references