Fin's Fish Guide
The Blue lampeye (Procatopus nototaenia) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 6 cm.
West-Central Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon); flowing sections of forest streams and rivers.
Description
The blue lampeye is a lampeye (Procatopodidae) from slow-flowing forest streams and rivers of West Africa. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, iridescent blue-green body with a strikingly glowing eye-ring and yellow fin edges. As a social, surface-oriented fish it swims in schools in clear water and snaps at mosquito larvae, small plankton and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue lampeye?
The Blue lampeye has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern. Glossy, reflective upper side of the eyes (lampeye); surface hunter in forest streams.
Where does the Blue lampeye live?
The Blue lampeye lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. West-Central Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon); flowing sections of forest streams and rivers.
How big does the Blue lampeye get?
The Blue lampeye grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Blue lampeye dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue lampeye is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blue lampeye edible?
The Blue lampeye is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Procatopus
More from the family Poeciliidae
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