Chaper's Panchax (Epiplatys chaperi)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameEpiplatys chaperi

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asFire-mouth Epiplatys, Chaperi Killi

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size2.4 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-78°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-12 dGH

Appearance

Tan surface fish with dark bars and a red-marked lower jaw, very similar to E. dageti; males show colorful fin edges.

Difficulty and care for the Chaper's Panchax

Easy

Origin and habitat

Ghana, Ivory Coast (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Peaceful surface dweller; males display. Eats shrimp and very small fish but good with similar-sized peaceful tankmates.

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