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The East coast lampeye (Pantanodon stuhlmanni) is a brackish-water fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The east coast lampeye is a small egg-laying toothcarp (Poeciliidae) from fresh and brackish water of the East African coast. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, translucent body with conspicuously glittering, upward-pointing eyes. As a surface schooling fish it lives in coastal pools, mangroves and estuaries and eats small insects, larvae and plankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the East coast lampeye?
The East coast lampeye has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly white.
Where does the East coast lampeye live?
The East coast lampeye lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Africa: Kenya, Tanzania
How big does the East coast lampeye get?
The East coast lampeye grows to a maximum of about 5 cm. On average the species is around 2 cm.
Is the East coast lampeye dangerous to humans?
No, the East coast lampeye is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the East coast lampeye edible?
Yes, the East coast lampeye is commonly eaten.
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