Brycinus affinis (Brycinus Red Plume)

Brycinus Affinis fish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the Alestidae family. It is from the fresh waters of the African continent, more precisely the basins of the Congo river and the Niger river.

The Brycinus Affinis is a rather imposing fish, generally measuring between 15 and 20 centimeters in length, although certain specimens can reach up to 25 centimeters long. Her dress is a beautiful silver gray, with silver reflections on the fins and the sides. The lower part of the body is generally darker than the upper part, with dark gray spots on the sides.

Brycinus Affinis is an omnivorous fish, mainly feeding on aquatic plants, small insects and crustaceans. He has a rather calm and peaceful lifestyle, spending most of his time traveling slowly in water in search of food.

Brycinus Affinis is a gregarious fish, living in small groups in African fresh waters. It is often found in the same habitats as other freshwater fish such as cichlids and cyprinids.

Brycinus Affinis is a relatively easy -to -maintain fish in aquarium, but it needs enough space to swim and well -filtered and oxygenated water. It is also important to provide it with a balanced diet to maintain your health and vitality. Due to its gregarious nature, it is recommended to keep it in a group in the aquarium.