A rare cichlid from fast-moving waters in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nanochromis transvestitus is a bit of a challenge to keep and breed but will reward you with its stunning coloration and fascinating parental care.
In its natural habitat, N. transvestitus is found next to zones of currents, but occupying the banks, where the flow is more moderate. There, at a depth of only 1 meter, on a bottom covered with fallen vegetation from the forest surrounding much of the banks of the lake, these excellent diggers feed in the fine sand on the bottom. The bottom here generally lacks rocky relief.