The Blue lampeye (Procatopus nototaenia) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The blue lampeye is a lampeye (Procatopodidae) from slow-flowing forest streams and rivers of West Africa. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, iridescent blue-green body with a strikingly glowing eye-ring and yellow fin edges. As a social, surface-oriented fish it swims in schools in clear water and snaps at mosquito larvae, small plankton and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue lampeye?
The Blue lampeye has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Blue lampeye live?
The Blue lampeye lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Blue lampeye get?
The Blue lampeye grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Blue lampeye dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue lampeye is harmless to humans.
Is the Blue lampeye edible?
The Blue lampeye is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Procatopus
More from the family Poeciliidae
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