The Mount Cameroon killifish (Aphyosemion poliaki) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Mount Cameroon killifish is a killifish (Nothobranchiidae) from small forest streams, pools and swamps of the slopes of Mount Cameroon in West Africa. The species grows to about 5 cm; males are brightly coloured with red, blue and yellow spots and coloured fin margins, females stay an inconspicuous brown. As a fish of shallow, often shaded and oxygen-poor water it snaps at insect larvae, small crustaceans and worms; many species lay their eggs among leaf litter. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Mount Cameroon killifish?
The Mount Cameroon killifish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly multicoloured and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Mount Cameroon killifish live?
The Mount Cameroon killifish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Mount Cameroon killifish get?
The Mount Cameroon killifish grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Mount Cameroon killifish dangerous to humans?
No, the Mount Cameroon killifish is harmless to humans.
Is the Mount Cameroon killifish edible?
Yes, the Mount Cameroon killifish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Aphyosemion
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