Variable lampeye (Procatopus similis)

Scientific name: Procatopus similis Ahl, 1927

The Variable lampeye (Procatopus similis) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–26°C (75–79°F). Native range: Africa, Southern Nigeria, west and east Cameroon southward to the Lokundje river.

Variable lampeye care at a glance

Temperature: 24–26°C (75–79°F)

Biology

Dorsal soft rays (total): 9-13; Anal soft rays: 15 - 19

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Species facts

Scientific name: Procatopus similis
Family: Poeciliidae (Poeciliids)
Order: Cyprinodontiformes (Live bearers, Killifishes and Rivulines)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 6.0
Common length: 5.5
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 5 - 12 benthopelagic; non-migratory
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Africa: Southern Nigeria, west and east Cameroon southward to the Lokundje river.
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.)