African leaffish (Polycentropsis abbreviata)

Scientific name: Polycentropsis abbreviata Boulenger, 1901

The African leaffish (Polycentropsis abbreviata) is a freshwater fish of the family Nandidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 26–30°C (79–86°F). Native range: Africa, Nigeria, Cameroon and Gabon (Ogowe). Reported from the Ou?m? River, Benin.

African leaffish care at a glance

Temperature: 26–30°C (79–86°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Polycentropsis abbreviata
Family: Nandidae (Asian leaffishes)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 8.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 6.5; dH range: 10 - ? benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Nigeria, Cameroon and Gabon (Ogowe). Reported from the Ou?m? River, Benin.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial