Red-chinned Panchax (Epiplatys dageti)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameEpiplatys dageti

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asDageti Panchax, Firemouth Panchax, Epiplatys dageti monroviae

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size2 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

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

Appearance

Pike-like surface fish with a tan body, dark vertical bars, and a bright red lower lip and chin in males.

Difficulty and care for the Red-chinned Panchax

Easy

Origin and habitat

Liberia, Ivory Coast (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Peaceful surface-dweller; males display. Predatory toward shrimp and very small fish, but fine with similar-sized peaceful community fish.

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