Humpback Limia (Limia nigrofasciata)

Familia: Poeciliidae

Humpback Limia (Limia nigrofasciata) es un poeciliidae de its native waters; alcanza 3.9–5.7 cm a 25–28 °C.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
25–28 °C
pH
7–8
Dureza GH
9–19 dGH
Tamaño adulto
3.9–5.7 cm
Tanque mínimo
39 L
Capa de nado
Bottom-dwelling
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Peaceful; males chase persistently, give females cover
Origen
the Caribbean

Descripción de la especie

Poeciliidae species Limia nigrofasciata comes from the Caribbean. Hardy, productive and unpretentious — the gateway fish that still deserves decent water. It lives on the bottom. Adults reach 3.9–5.7 cm. Groups of 6+; more females than males. Stable warm water, floating plants and regular small feeds cover 90% of its needs. Maintain 25–28 °C at pH 7–8. A rewarding species for the aquarist who reads before buying.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Warm freshwater streams and lakes
Corriente
Still to gentle current
Oxígeno disuelto
Moderate oxygen levels

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Fine sand and gravel
Decoración dura
Driftwood and smooth stones
Plantas
Hardy common aquarium plants

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad
Groups of 6+; more females than males
Dieta
Omnivore; flakes plus vegetable matter and small live foods
Compañeros recomendados
  • Other peaceful community fish — Ignore the endless fry
Evitar con
  • Fin-nippers — Constant harassment exhausts females

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Subtle external differences
Método de cría
Continuous breeder in warm, hard, alkaline water