The Kadlec's nothobranch (Nothobranchius kadleci) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
Kadlec's nothobranch is an annual killifish (Nothobranchiidae) from fresh water of Mozambique in southeastern Africa. The species grows to about 4 cm; males are fiery red with blue scale margins, females drab brown. It lives in temporary pools that dry up in the dry season; the eggs survive for months in the dry soil and hatch once the rains return. It eats small invertebrates and larvae. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kadlec's nothobranch?
The Kadlec's nothobranch has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Kadlec's nothobranch live?
The Kadlec's nothobranch lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Kadlec's nothobranch get?
The Kadlec's nothobranch grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Kadlec's nothobranch dangerous to humans?
No, the Kadlec's nothobranch is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Nothobranchius
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