Distichodus noboli (Red fins distichodus)

The distichodus noboli is a freshwater fish belonging to the family of Distichodontidae. It is from the rivers and lakes of West Africa, where it is mainly found in the waters of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon and Equatorial Guinea.

The distichodus noboli has an elongated body and compressed laterally, with a pointed tail and a protractile mouth. Its coloring varies according to the age and sex of the individual, but it is generally dark gray or brown with black spots and vertical stripes on the sides. Adult males can be more colorful than females, with red or blue strips on the sides and wider fins.

The distichodus noboli is an omnivorous fish which feeds mainly on small crustaceans, molluscs and aquatic plants. Young individuals need a diet rich in protein to develop properly, while adults can be satisfied with small amounts of food.

The distichodus noboli is a sociable fish that lives in groups in the shallow waters of rivers and lakes. The males can be territorial and fight between them for domination, but they are generally peaceful with other species of fish.

The distichodus noboli is a popular ornamental fish in aquarophilia, due to its beautiful coloring and its social behavior. It is easy to maintain in an aquarium, but it needs sufficient space to swim and adequate living conditions to stay healthy.