Family: |
Nothobranchiidae (African rivulines) |
Max. size: |
5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater, non-migratory |
Distribution: |
Africa: temporary pools and swamps of the lower Rufiji River, including its delta, in eastern Tanzania (Ref. 3788). |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Occurs in temporary pools and swamps (Ref. 3788). Bottom spawner, 2-3 months incubation. Is easy to maintain in the aquarium (Ref. 27139). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 31 October 2018 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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