Fin's Fish Guide
The Bluegreen lampeye (Procatopus aberrans) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Freshwater of West Africa; forest streams in Nigeria, Cameroon and the surrounding area.
Description
The bluegreen lampeye is a small egg-laying fish of the family Procatopodidae from West Africa. The species owes its name to the shining, blue-green eye ring that glows in the light. The body is slender and iridescent and reaches only about 5 cm. The fish lives in schools in the flowing parts of small forest streams under the canopy. The diet consists of small invertebrates and insects taken near the surface. Unlike many related killifishes this is not a seasonal killifish; in the aquarium it is difficult to keep.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bluegreen lampeye?
The Bluegreen lampeye has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern. Glossy blue-green eye ring; schooling fish of flowing forest streams; not a seasonal killifish.
Where does the Bluegreen lampeye live?
The Bluegreen lampeye lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Freshwater of West Africa; forest streams in Nigeria, Cameroon and the surrounding area.
How big does the Bluegreen lampeye get?
The Bluegreen lampeye grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Bluegreen lampeye dangerous to humans?
No, the Bluegreen lampeye is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bluegreen lampeye edible?
The Bluegreen lampeye is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Procatopus
More from the family Poeciliidae
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