Africa: Kasewe in the Gbangbaia basin (small stream systems west of Jong) and Sewa River in Sierra Leone.
Min Tank Size:
15 Gallons for a singles species tank with a nice
school.
Diet:
Omnivorous: Will accept many small foods such as
brine shrimp or daphnia, freeze-dried bloodworms and tubifex,
micro pellet food, and a high quality flake food.
Behavior:
Peaceful schooler.
Water:
Water Chemistry not overly critical, 71 -79°F (22–
26°C) pH 6.0-7.1 dH range: 2 - 10
Care:
Open spaces, many plants, driftwood and with plants subduing the lighting.
Communities:
Due to their shy nature and water requirements they are best in a species tank. They would be OK with other small fish that will not out compete them for food.
Suitability:
Intermediate. Color tends to fade in the aquarium
if conditions are not ideal.
