Large finned lampeye (Procatopus nototaenia)

Scientific name: Procatopus nototaenia Boulenger, 1904

The Large finned lampeye (Procatopus nototaenia) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 20–25°C (68–77°F). Native range: Africa, Kienke and Lobi systems, southwest Cameroon.

Large finned lampeye care at a glance

Temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F)

Biology

Occurs in small rivers and brooks under forest cover, mainly in streaming parts of the river system. Not a seasonal killifish. Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Procatopus nototaenia
Family: Poeciliidae (Poeciliids)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 6.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 6.5; dH range: 1 - 3 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Kienke and Lobi systems, southwest Cameroon.
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.)