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The Uganda nothobranch (Nothobranchius ugandensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Nothobranchiidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Ugandan nothobranch is a small, colourful seasonal killifish of the family Nothobranchiidae from East Africa. The species grows to about 5 cm; males are brightly coloured with red and blue tints, females plain brownish. It inhabits temporary waters: swamps, rain pools and roadside ditches that dry up in the dry season. As a seasonal killifish it lays its eggs in the mud bottom; these survive the drought in a dormant state and hatch after the rains, after which the fish grow extremely fast and breed. As a small hunter it feeds on small zooplankton, insect larvae and mosquito larvae. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Uganda nothobranch?
The Uganda nothobranch has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Seasonal killifish: the eggs survive the drought in the mud and hatch after the rains; males brightly coloured.
Where does the Uganda nothobranch live?
The Uganda nothobranch lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. East Africa; temporary swamps, rain pools and ditches.
How big does the Uganda nothobranch get?
The Uganda nothobranch grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Uganda nothobranch dangerous to humans?
No, the Uganda nothobranch is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Uganda nothobranch edible?
The Uganda nothobranch is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Nothobranchius
More from the family Nothobranchiidae
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