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The Striped nothobranch (Nothobranchius taeniopygus) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The nothobranch killifish is a seasonal killifish (Nothobranchiidae) from East Africa. The species grows to only a few centimetres; males are brightly coloured with red and blue and banded fins. It is a typical species of steppe and savanna with a long dry season: it lives in temporary pools and swamps that dry out. The adults die when their pool dries, while the eggs left in the mud go through a dry resting phase and hatch only when the rains refill the pool. Owing to habitat loss the species is considered vulnerable. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Striped nothobranch?
The Striped nothobranch has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Seasonal killifish of savannah pools; the eggs survive the dry season in the mud. Vulnerable through habitat loss.
Where does the Striped nothobranch live?
The Striped nothobranch lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. East Africa; temporary pools and swamps of steppe and savannah.
How big does the Striped nothobranch get?
The Striped nothobranch grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Striped nothobranch dangerous to humans?
No, the Striped nothobranch is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Striped nothobranch edible?
The Striped nothobranch is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Nothobranchius
More from the family Nothobranchiidae
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