Family: Aplocheilidae
Distribution: Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis derives its name from the location it was first discovered: Togo. Today it is also recognised to inhabit Ghana.
PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH
Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82 °F)
Hardness: 3 – 6 dH
Description: Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis is similar in disposition to other Epiplatys sexfasciatus sub-species: generally peaceful toward their own and other species, except during breeding when the male can become aggressive toward females of the species.
They will reach a length of 7-8cm and display an off-centre caudal fin. Whilst the colouration greatly varies, Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis is less colourful than the other sub-species.
Once more, the visible transverse bars are the distinguishing feature between species. Whilst Epiplatys sexfasciatus rathkei sport 9-11 bars, this species has 6-8 transverse bars and 4-7 longitudinal rows of reddish-brown spots.
These are not seasonal killifish.
Diet: Information regarding preferred diet is sparse; therefore it is recommended that aquarists experiment with the common Epiplatys diet of high-quality flake and live foods. Worms should be avoided as they will cause Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis to become overweight.
Breeding: This species is extremely easy to breed. Proper tank set-up is required: densely planted, floating plants for top cover, and many hiding places. The last is important as the males can exhaust the females during their enthusiastic chase.
Information does not state whether the parents can show cannibalistic tendencies, so separation is recommended, just in case.
Comments: There is no reason why an aquarist of any experience level should not have a successful and enjoyable experience with this species.
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Recommended Compatible Species: House Epiplatys sexfasciatus togolensis with other peaceful, low-aggression and larger fish. They should live happily with Tetra species (particularly the Neon Tetra and Black Tetra). They also should be good tank mates with Discus, Apistogramma‘s like Apistogramma Cacatouides and Apistogramma Borelli, Corydoras Catfish (particularly Corydoras Sterbai and Corydoras aeneus) Angelfish, Clown loach, the common Guppy and Platy and most Gourami (such as the Blue Gourami and Dwarf Gourami like the Honey Gourami) Also should live happily with most Danio (particularly the Zebra Danioand Pearl Danio) and also many other Killifish could make great tank mates.
Originally posted 2010-04-17 12:27:17. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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