Neolebias ansorgii (Characin de Ansorge, Rouge du Cameroon)
Adult size4 cm
Temperature23 - 29 °C
pH5.9 - 7.2
Description
It is a peaceful and fierce fish that does not lend itself to the community aquarium where it is permanently dominated. He does not have an adipose fin.
Origin
- FamilyCitharinidae
- OriginAfrica
Characteristics
- Adult size4 cm
- BehaviourAggressive
- FoodCarnivorous
Water parameters
- Water typeFreshwater, hot
- Temperature23 - 29 °C
- pH5.9 - 7.2
Data to check
Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).
Dimorphism
See color photo above. The coloring of the male is more lively.
Reproduction
Lays up to 300 eggs falling into the substrate. The fry must be raised using infusories. The hatches take place after 24 hours. Then the fry hang on the surface of the water. It takes a water height of 15-20 cm. Maturity arrives at 7 months.