Aphyosemion ogoense
| Scientific name | Aphyosemion ogoense |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Pellegrin |
| Year of description | 1930 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Nothobranchiidae |
| Genus | Aphyosemion |
Introduction
Aphyosemion ogoense is a little fresh water fish from the Africa.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Type
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Average size4 cm
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Maximum size5 cm
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Longevity4 year
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Type
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Average size4 cm
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Maximum size5 cm
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Longevity4 year
How to recognize Aphyosemion ogoense ?
Aphyosemion ogoense measures between 4 and 5 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal. This fish is multicolore with a predominantly rouge, jaune, bleu and marron body.
Sexual dimorphism
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving as a couple or alone
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
Aphyosemion ogoense is a fish living as a couple or alone naturally found in the vegetation. This species is carnivorous . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
Aphyosemion ogoense is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui dépose ses Œufs dans la végétation
Aphyosemion ogoense is a fish ovipare qui dépose ses Œufs dans la végétation.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature18 - 22 °C
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pH (acidity)5.5 - 6.5
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gh (hardness)1 - 3
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FlowSlow
Biotope presentation
To go further
Species of the same family
redchin panchax
Nothobranchiidae
To read on the web
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Translation
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Species of the same family
redchin panchax
Nothobranchiidae
Same genus
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