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Red And Black Distichodus - (Distichodus Noboli)

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Red And Black Distichodus - (Distichodus Noboli)
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🐟 Red and Black Distichodus – (Distichodus noboli) – Large African Characin for Sale

The Red and Black Distichodus (Distichodus noboli) is a striking, large-growing African characin known for its bold contrasting coloration—a deep, dark body accented by brilliant red to orange fins. Native to Central Africa, this active swimmer thrives in spacious aquariums with strong filtration and plenty of open swimming space.

With its impressive size, energetic personality, and vivid colors, the Red and Black Distichodus makes a dramatic centerpiece for large African or mixed community aquariums with robust tankmates.


🔎 Quick Facts – Red and Black Distichodus (Distichodus noboli)

  • 📛 Common Names: Red and Black Distichodus, Nobol’s Distichodus
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Distichodus noboli
  • 🌍 Origin: Central Africa (Congo River Basin)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Dark brown to black body with bright red or orange fins
  • 📏 Max Size: 12–16 inches (30–40 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; mostly wild-caught

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚠️ Semi-aggressive; may nip fins and chase smaller fish
  • 🐟 Best kept with similarly sized, fast-swimming tankmates
  • 🌊 Very active, strong swimmer
  • 🧠 Intelligent and responsive to keepers

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 125+ gallons
  • 🌿 Large open swimming areas with driftwood and rock structures
  • 🪵 Fine gravel or sandy substrate
  • 💡 Moderate lighting
  • 🌊 Strong filtration and high oxygenation

💧 Water Parameters – Red and Black Distichodus Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous with Herbivorous Leaning

  • 🌿 Leafy greens, spirulina flakes, algae wafers
  • 🦐 Frozen or live foods like brine shrimp and krill for protein
  • 🪱 Insect larvae and worms
  • 🥬 Blanched vegetables such as spinach and zucchini

📋 Red and Black Distichodus Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Central Africa – Congo River Basin
📏 Max Size 12–16 inches (30–40 cm)
😇 Temperament Semi-aggressive
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous (herbivorous leaning)
🎯 Ideal For Large African or mixed robust community tanks

✨ Highlight:

  • The Red and Black Distichodus is a vibrant, fast-swimming African giant perfect for experienced aquarists looking for a bold and active showpiece fish in a large, well-filtered aquarium.
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