Nga lampeye (Plataplochilus ngaensis)

Scientific name: Plataplochilus ngaensis Ahl, 1924

The Nga lampeye (Plataplochilus ngaensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 20–26°C (68–79°F). Native range: Africa, Lower Ogoou? drainage system in southern Equatorial Guinea and northwestern Gabon.

Nga lampeye care at a glance

Temperature: 20–26°C (68–79°F)

Biology

Occurs in small streams, brooks and swamps in drainage systems. Not a seasonal killifish. Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Plataplochilus ngaensis
Family: Poeciliidae (Poeciliids)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 5.0
Common length: 3.5
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.5 - 7.2 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Lower Ogoou? drainage system in southern Equatorial Guinea and northwestern Gabon.
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.)