Lambert's lampeye (Rhexipanchax lamberti)

Scientific name: Rhexipanchax lamberti Daget, 1962

The Lambert's lampeye (Rhexipanchax lamberti) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–28°C (72–82°F). Native range: Africa, Upper Gambia and Bafing river drainages in Upper Guinea.

Lambert's lampeye care at a glance

Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)

Biology

Occurs in brooks, small rivers and streams under forest cover. Not a seasonal killifish. Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Rhexipanchax lamberti
Family: Poeciliidae (Poeciliids)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 4.5
Common length: 3.5
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.5 - 7.2 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Upper Gambia and Bafing river drainages in Upper Guinea.
Conservation status (IUCN): Vulnerable (VU) (B1ab(iii)+2ab(iii))
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries:; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)