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The Ansorge's epiplatys (Epiplatys ansorgii) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Central Africa; lower reaches of the Ogooué (Gabon) to the lower Congo basin.
Description
Ansorge's epiplatys is a killifish of the family Nothobranchiidae from Central Africa (lower Ogooué to lower Congo). The species grows to about 8 cm and has an elongate body with a flattened back and an upturned mouth; courting males are handsomely coloured with red and blue tints and spots. It inhabits quiet, vegetated parts of forest brooks and swamps. As a surface hunter it watches just below the water surface for insects, larvae and small invertebrates falling onto the water. Unlike the seasonal killifishes this is not a seasonal species. It is popular with aquarists and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ansorge's epiplatys?
The Ansorge's epiplatys has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a spots pattern. Flattened back and surface mouth; courting males with red and blue tints.
Where does the Ansorge's epiplatys live?
The Ansorge's epiplatys lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Central Africa; lower reaches of the Ogooué (Gabon) to the lower Congo basin.
How big does the Ansorge's epiplatys get?
The Ansorge's epiplatys grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Ansorge's epiplatys dangerous to humans?
No, the Ansorge's epiplatys is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Ansorge's epiplatys edible?
The Ansorge's epiplatys is not usually eaten.
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