Silver Distichodus (Distichodus affinis)
Fish in the family Distichodontidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameDistichodus affinis
FamilyDistichodontidae
Also known asAffinis Distichodus, Dwarf Distichodus
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietherbivore
Adult size5.5 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 3-18 dGH
Appearance
Silvery body with a faint dark stripe and reddish fins; a smaller, plainer Distichodus.
Difficulty and care for the Silver Distichodus
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Africa (Congo basin)
Keeper notes
More manageable than the six-banded species but still nippy and plant-eating; best in a group to spread aggression.
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