Family: |
Nothobranchiidae (African rivulines) |
Max. size: |
5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5, non-migratory |
Distribution: |
Africa: probably in the upper Ruvu, Mpiji rivers and the lower Rufuji river drainage, eastern Tanzania. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Bottom spawner, 2-4 months incubation. Is easy to maintain in the aquarium (Ref. 27139). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 31 October 2018 (B1ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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