| Norman's lampeye | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Cyprinodontiformes |
| Family: | Poeciliidae |
| Genus: | Poropanchax |
| Species: | P. normani |
| Binomial name | |
| Poropanchax normani | |
| Synonyms[2] | |
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Aplocheilichthys normani Ahl, 1928 | |
Poropanchax normani, also known as the Norman's lampeye, is a species of Poeciliidae native to Africa.
Description
The Norman's lampeye is named for its bright markings located on its eyes. It is lightly colored throughout the rest of its body. It can grow to approximately 4 centimetres (1.6 in) in length.
Distribution
This species is found throughout Central and Western Africa. It can be found in small rivers and swamps.[3]
Diet
This fish feeds on aquatic invertebrates. In captivity, it thrives on a varied diet, such as Artemia, Daphnia, and bloodworms, and will also take small pellets and crushed flake foods.[4]
References
- ↑ "Poropanchax normani". Integrated Taxonomic Information System.
- ↑ Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel (eds.) (2019). "Poropanchax normani" in FishBase. December 2019 version.
- ↑ "Poropanchax normani, Norman's lampeye : Fisheries, aquarium".
- ↑ "Poropanchax normani - Norman's lampeye | Tropical Fish".
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