Bluefin notho (Nothobranchius rachovii)

Scientific name: Nothobranchius rachovii Ahl, 1926

The Bluefin notho (Nothobranchius rachovii) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 20–24°C (68–75°F). Native range: Africa, Mozambique and South Africa, marshes on the coastal plain near Beira and pans in the Kruger National Park.

Bluefin notho care at a glance

Temperature: 20–24°C (68–75°F)

Biology

Occurs in temporary pools and swamps in the drainage systems of coastal rivers. Bottom spawner, 4-6 months incubation. Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Nothobranchius rachovii
Family: Nothobranchiidae (African rivulines)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 6.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 7.0; dH range: 4 - 6 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Mozambique and South Africa, marshes on the coastal plain near Beira and pans in the Kruger National Park.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial