Black lampeye
📖 Overview
An aberrant population was found in the deeper parts of lake Naivasha. May now be extinct in Kenya due to the introduction of Tilapia and Micropterus salmoides . Not a seasonal killifish .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Black lampeye is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Black lampeye is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.5 - 8.5; non-migratory. Tropical; 18°C - 22°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aplocheilichthys antinorii | Vinciguerra | 1883 | Synonym |
| Fundulus antinorii | Vinciguerra | 1883 | Synonym |
| Haplochilichthys antinorii | Vinciguerra | 1883 | Synonym |
| Haplochilichthys bukobanus antinorii | Vinciguerra | 1883 | Synonym |
| Haplochilus antinorii | Vinciguerra | 1883 | Synonym |
| Lacustricola antinorii | Vinciguerra | 1883 | Synonym |
| Tilapia antinorii | Vinciguerra | 1883 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Black lampeye.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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