Family: |
Procatopodidae (African lampeyes), subfamily: Procatopodinae |
Max. size: |
5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.5 - 7.19999980926514, non-migratory |
Distribution: |
Africa: lower Ogowe River and Komo River systems in northwest Gabon (Ref. 81647). |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Occurs in small streams, brooks, rivers and swamps in drainage basins. Not a seasonal killifish. Is very difficult to maintain in aquarium (Ref. 27139). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 16 February 2009 (D2) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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