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The Southern deepbody (Hypsopanchax jubbi) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Upper Zambezi and upper Kasai in south-central Africa; small rivers and streams in gallery forest.
Description
Jubb's lampeye is a small killifish of the African lampeye family (Procatopodidae) from the upper Kasai and upper Zambezi region of south-central Africa. The species grows to only about 5.5 cm and owes its name to the shiny, light-reflecting upper rim of the eye, characteristic of lampeyes. It occurs in small rivers and streams in gallery forest, possibly over a rocky bottom. It hunts small zooplankton and insects just below the surface. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Southern deepbody?
The Southern deepbody has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Glossy light-reflecting eye rim (lampeye); surface hunter of forest streams in the Congo basin.
Where does the Southern deepbody live?
The Southern deepbody lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Upper Zambezi and upper Kasai in south-central Africa; small rivers and streams in gallery forest.
How big does the Southern deepbody get?
The Southern deepbody grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Southern deepbody dangerous to humans?
No, the Southern deepbody is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Southern deepbody edible?
The Southern deepbody is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Hypsopanchax
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