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The Blue notobranch (Nothobranchius jubbi) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
Jubb's nothobranch is a seasonal killifish (Nothobranchiidae) from East Africa. The species is small; males are brightly coloured with red and blue tints. It occurs in temporary pools, swamps, ditches and rain pans, usually without connection to river courses. As an annual killifish the adults die when their pool dries out, while the eggs laid on the bottom go through a dry resting phase and hatch only when the rains refill the pool. It feeds on small zooplankton and insect larvae. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue notobranch?
The Blue notobranch has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Seasonal killifish of isolated rain pools; the eggs survive the dry season on the bottom.
Where does the Blue notobranch live?
The Blue notobranch lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. East Africa; temporary pools, swamps and rain pans.
How big does the Blue notobranch get?
The Blue notobranch grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Blue notobranch dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue notobranch is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blue notobranch edible?
The Blue notobranch is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Nothobranchius
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