Chain lampeye (Hypsopanchax catenatus)

Scientific name: Hypsopanchax catenatus Radda, 1981

The Chain lampeye (Hypsopanchax catenatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–26°C (72–79°F). Native range: Africa, Gabon.

Chain lampeye care at a glance

Temperature: 22–26°C (72–79°F)

Biology

Lives in the streaming parts of brooks. Not a seasonal killifish. Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Hypsopanchax catenatus
Family: Poeciliidae (Poeciliids)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 6.0
Common length: 4.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.5 - 7.2 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Gabon.
Conservation status (IUCN): Data deficient (DD)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)