The Loeme lampeye (Plataplochilus loemensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Poeciliidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Loeme lampeye is a lampeye (Procatopodidae) from slow-flowing streams, pools and swamps of western Central Africa. The species grows to only about 4 cm and has a slender, semi-translucent body with a strikingly bright, blue-green glowing eye-ring. As a social, surface-oriented fish it swims in schools and snaps at mosquito larvae, small plankton and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Loeme lampeye?
The Loeme lampeye has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Loeme lampeye live?
The Loeme lampeye lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Loeme lampeye get?
The Loeme lampeye grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Loeme lampeye dangerous to humans?
No, the Loeme lampeye is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Plataplochilus
More from the family Poeciliidae
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