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✅ Level: Easy — a graceful, small killifish for the nano-aquarium.
The Banded Panchax (Epiplatys Annulatus) is a small, elongated killifish with characteristic, ring-like bands across its body. Due to its small size, it is ideal for nano-aquariums, where it is mainly active in the upper water layer.
🐠 Animal specifications
| Max. length | ±3 cm |
| Temperature | 22–26°C |
| pH | 6.0–7.0 |
| Min. aquarium length | 40 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 8 pieces |
| Breeding behavior | Egg scatterer |
| Origin | Africa (Equatorial Guinea) |
| Family | Cyprinodontidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Pick-up & warranty
- Available for pick-up exclusively at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish carefully in the store upon pick-up
- Don't hesitate to ask for advice on care or aquarium setup when picking up
✂️ Care
Keep in a group of at least 8 in a well-planted nano-aquarium with floating plants — the Banded Panchax likes calm water at the surface. As an egg scatterer, this fish scatters its eggs loosely among fine vegetation, with no further parental care.
🐠 Combination tip
Peaceful and suitable for combination with other small, calm nano fish. Avoid larger or active species that might outcompete this small fish.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Is this fish suitable for a nano-aquarium?
Yes, due to its small size of only 3 cm, the Banded Panchax is excellent for nano-aquariums.
What is the minimum number of specimens I should buy?
A minimum of 8 pieces — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group.
In which water layer does this fish swim most often?
Mainly in the upper water layer, close to the surface.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
