Brichard's Lampeye (Aplocheilichthys brichardi)
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Brichard's Lampeye
Aplocheilichthys brichardi
57 Litres (15 US G.)
2-3 cm (0.8-1.2")
Freshwater
5.8 - 6.5
24 -29 °C (75.2-84.2°F)
5-10 °d
1:1 M:F
3-5 years
Family
Poeciliidae
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Contents
Additional names
- Brichard's Lampeye
Additional scientific names
- Congopanchax brichardi
Origin
- Endemic to Africa, found in the Central Congo River drainage, including the shore region of Lake Tumba.
Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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