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Neolebias ansorgii

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Ansorge's Neolebias
Ansorge's Neolebias
Species Neolebias ansorgii
Family Citharinidae
Difficulty Moderate
Min. Tank Size 37.854 liters
37,854.118 mL

10 US Gallons (37.9L)

Size 1.378 in

2-3.5 cm (0.8-1.4")

sg Freshwater
pH 5.0 - 6.0
Temp. 297.15 K
75.2 °F
534.87 °R

301.15 K
82.4 °F
542.07 °R
24 -28 °C (75.2-82.4°F)

Water Hardness

5-12 °d

Stocking Ratio 1:2 M:F
Availability Uncommon
Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods

Life Span

3-5 years

Habitat

Africa

Contents

[edit] Alternative names

Ansorge's Neolebias, Landgraf's Tetra

[edit] Synonyms

Neolebias landgrafi

[edit] Sexing

Males are slightly smaller and more vibrantly coloured than females.

[edit] Tank compatibility

Best kept in groups in a species tank as this is an exceptionally shy small fish. It may spend most of its time hidden and stressed if kept with other species, even if they're completely peaceful.

[edit] Diet

Feed this tiny fish with crushed flakes and small live/frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia.

[edit] Feeding regime

Feed once or twice a day.

[edit] Environment Specifics

This fish are quite sensitive to water parameters so small frequent water changes will be necessary and they should be kept in a mature tank only. They do not appreciate strong currents and need plenty of places to hide.

[edit] Behaviour

A shy peaceful shoaling fish.

[edit] Identification

A small slender fish with an orange-red body and a thick band running down the lateral line which is iridescent green-blue in colour.

[edit] Pictures

[edit] External links

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