Blackbelly limia (Limia melanogaster)

Scientific name: Limia melanogaster G?nther, 1866

The Blackbelly limia (Limia melanogaster) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–28°C (72–82°F). Native range: Central America, Jamaica and Haiti.

Blackbelly limia care at a glance

Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)

Biology

Found in streams. Collected near the surface. Feeds on worms, crustaceans, insects and plant matter.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Limia melanogaster
Family: Poeciliidae (Poeciliids)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 4.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 7.5 - 8.5; dH range: 20 - 30 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Central America: Jamaica and Haiti.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)