Red Chinned Panchax
Epiplatys dageti
Red Chinned Panchax is a peaceful middle-to-top swimmer. Best kept as a pair.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 5 cm (≤ 2 in)
- Aquarium size
- 30 L or larger / ≥ 80 cm (≥ 31.5 in) minimum length
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 21–26 °C
- pH
- 6–7
- GH
- 5–12 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 2 years
- Group behavior
- Best kept as a pair
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 2 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 30 L or larger / ≥ 80 cm (≥ 31.5 in) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 21–26 °C, pH 6–7, GH 5–12 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Red Chinned Panchax is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Best kept as a pair.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding. Best kept as a pair.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Red Chinned Panchax should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Sierra Leone Liberia Ghana.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 30 L or larger / ≥ 80 cm (≥ 31.5 in) minimum length.
- Make room for its social group.
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Best kept as a pair.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Red Chinned Panchax get?
Red Chinned Panchax reaches ≤ 5 cm (≤ 2 in).
What aquarium size does Red Chinned Panchax need?
Use an aquarium of at least 30 L or larger / ≥ 80 cm (≥ 31.5 in) minimum length.
Is Red Chinned Panchax peaceful?
Yes. Red Chinned Panchax is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Red Chinned Panchax?
Keep it between 21 to 26 °C.
Should Red Chinned Panchax be kept alone or in a group?
Red Chinned Panchax: Best kept as a pair.