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The Labarre's killifish (Aphyosemion labarrei) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Labarre's killifish is a killifish (Nothobranchiidae) from small forest streams, pools and swamps of the Congo basin in Central 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 Labarre's killifish?
The Labarre's killifish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly multicoloured and shows a spots pattern. Colourful male; not a seasonal killifish; inhabits forest streams in the Congo basin.
Where does the Labarre's killifish live?
The Labarre's killifish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Congo basin in Central Africa; forest streams and brooks.
How big does the Labarre's killifish get?
The Labarre's killifish grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Labarre's killifish dangerous to humans?
No, the Labarre's killifish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Labarre's killifish edible?
The Labarre's killifish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Aphyosemion
More from the family Nothobranchiidae
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