Family: |
Nothobranchiidae (African rivulines) |
Max. size: |
5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 6.5; dH range: 10, non-migratory |
Distribution: |
Africa: only known from the type locality, a small pool next to a fast flowing brook, tributary of the Lefini River (middle Congo River basin); presence at other localities needs confirmation (Ref. 47461). |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Not a seasonal killifish. Is difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 16 February 2009 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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