Dwarf ctenopoma (Microctenopoma nanum)

Scientific name: Microctenopoma nanum G?nther, 1896

The Dwarf ctenopoma (Microctenopoma nanum) is a freshwater fish of the family Anabantidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 18–24°C (64–75°F). Native range: Africa, southern Cameroon, Gabon and Congo basin.

Dwarf ctenopoma care at a glance

Temperature: 18–24°C (64–75°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Microctenopoma nanum
Family: Anabantidae (Climbing gouramies)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 8.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 7.2; dH range: ? - 15 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: southern Cameroon, Gabon and Congo basin.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)