The Whitemargin nothobranch (Nothobranchius albimarginatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Whitemargin nothobranch is an annual killifish (Nothobranchiidae) from temporary rain pools and swamps of the savanna of the coastal plain of Tanzania in East Africa. The species grows to about 5 cm; the male is brightly coloured with red, blue or orange tints and a scaled pattern. When the pools dry up in the dry season the adults die, but their eggs survive in the soil and hatch after the next rains. It eats mosquito larvae and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whitemargin nothobranch?
The Whitemargin nothobranch has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly multicoloured.
Where does the Whitemargin nothobranch live?
The Whitemargin nothobranch lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Whitemargin nothobranch get?
The Whitemargin nothobranch grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Whitemargin nothobranch dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitemargin nothobranch is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Nothobranchius
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