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(C3) Striped Panchax (Aplocheilus lineatus)

 

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Description

Striped Panchax (Aplocheilus lineatus)

📌 Basic Info

  • Scientific Name: Aplocheilus lineatus

  • Common Names: Striped Panchax, Golden Wonder Killifish, Golden Panchax

  • Family: Aplocheilidae (Killifish Family)

  • Order: Cyprinodontiformes

  • Origin: South and Southeast Asia — mainly India and Sri Lanka freshwater streams, ponds, and rice paddies

  • Size: Up to 4 inches (10 cm) in captivity

  • Lifespan: 3 – 5 years

  • Tank Zone: Mid to upper water column

🌊 Water Parameters

  • TDS: 100 – 250 ppm

  • pH: 6.5 – 7.5

  • Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F)

  • Hardness: 5 – 15 dGH

🐟 Characteristics

  • Body: Elongated, slender body with smooth scales and streamlined shape.

  • Coloration: Golden to yellowish body with distinct horizontal stripes; males are brighter than females.

  • Fins: Dorsal and anal fins elongated; caudal fin slightly forked; pectoral fins translucent.

  • Behavior: Semi-aggressive; fast swimmer; active hunter.

  • Nature: Diurnal; mid-water predator; appreciates planted and shaded areas.

  • Special Feature: Hardy and resilient fish; vibrant golden stripes make it attractive in community setups.

🍽️ Food

  • Type: Carnivorous

  • Diet: Live foods such as mosquito larvae, brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms; also accepts high-quality frozen or micro-pellets.

  • Feeding Frequency: Once or twice daily.

  • Tip: Live foods improve coloration and encourage natural hunting behavior.

🛠️ Maintenance

  • Tank Size: Minimum 80 liters (20 gallons) for a single adult.

  • Filtration: Moderate filtration; gentle to moderate water flow.

  • Substrate: Sand or fine gravel; smooth decorations to avoid injury.

  • Decor: Plants, driftwood, and floating vegetation; provides cover for hunting and resting.

  • Lighting: Moderate; enhances golden coloration.

  • Water Change: 20–25% weekly for water quality and stability.

👥 Social Behavior

  • Group Size: Best kept singly or in a pair; males can be territorial.

  • Tank Mates: Suitable with larger, fast, non-aggressive fish; avoid very small fish.

  • Avoid: Tiny, slow-moving, or delicate fish species.

  • Compatibility Note: Predatory tendencies make them unsuitable for small or heavily stocked tanks.

✅ Do’s

  • Provide open swimming areas and shaded hiding spots.

  • Feed live or frozen foods to encourage hunting and vibrant color.

  • Maintain clean, stable water conditions.

  • Keep in a pair or as a single specimen in community setups.

❌ Don’ts

  • Don’t keep with small fish that can be eaten.

  • Don’t overcrowd; requires plenty of swimming space.

  • Don’t neglect water quality; sensitive to ammonia and nitrite spikes.

⭐ Quick Tips
Striped Panchax are active, predatory, and visually striking freshwater fish. Their golden body with horizontal stripes, hunting instincts, and hardy nature make them an excellent centerpiece for medium to large aquariums, ideally with fast-moving or similarly sized tank mates.