Six-barred Panchax (Epiplatys sexfasciatus)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameEpiplatys sexfasciatus

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asSexfasciatus Panchax, Six-banded Epiplatys

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 4-14 dGH

Appearance

Elongated tan-gold surface fish with six dark vertical bars and iridescent flank scales; the largest commonly traded Epiplatys.

Difficulty and care for the Six-barred Panchax

Easy

Origin and habitat

Cameroon, Gabon, Nigeria (West/Central Africa)

Keeper notes

Larger predatory surface killi; eats shrimp and small fish. Males spar. Keep with similar-sized robust fish.

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