Family: Aplocheilidae
Distribution: Like the rest of the Epiplatys species, Epiplatys longiventralis is found in Africa, specifically the south-eastern coast of Nigeria. They prefer swampy areas of small streams and swamps around the area of Niger Delta.
PH: 7.0 pH
Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82 °F)
Hardness: 9 gdH
Description: Growing to a maximum length of 5-10cm, this species can vary in their appearance. Epiplatys longiventralis appear quite similar to Epiplatys sexfasciatus infrafasciatus; however there are distinctive characteristics such as the former having a slimmer body form, shorter dorsal fins, and fewer red spots on their flanks. Fry will display multiple (8+) transverse bars whilst will disappear (female) or reduce (males) as they mature.
Although there are no available reports on the temperament of Epiplatys longiventralis, ecological reports demonstrate that it can live in harmony with other species (see Recommended Compatible Species section).
These are not seasonal killifish.
Diet: As Epiplatys longientralis is rare in captivity, there is no information available on suitable diets. Aquarists may attempt the average Epiplatys diet of high-quality flakes and live foods in order to discover your species’ preferences.
Breeding: Due to the rarity of this fish being kept in captivity, there is very limited available breeding information. Breeding of Epiplatys longiventralis is considered to be difficult. If choosing to attempt breeding, a tank of clean, soft water is required, along with high-quality foods.
Successful cross-breeding in captivity with Epiplatys sexfasciatus infrafasciatus has yielded a fertile F1 generation. As such hybrids have not been found in nature, they are not yet recognised as a valid species
Comments: Epiplatys longiventralis is difficult to keep in aquariums, therefore information is scarce. For these purposes, general information regarding the killifish species has been included.
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Recommended Compatible Species: In its natural habitat, Epiplatys longiventralis co-exists with Epiplatys sexfasciatus infrafasciatus and grahami. They should also live happily with Tetra species (particularly the Neon Tetra and Black Tetra). They also should be good tank mates with Discus, Apistogramma‘s like Apistogramma Cacatouides and Apistogramma Borelli, Corydoras Catfish (particularly Corydoras Sterbai and Corydoras aeneus) Angelfish, Clown loach, the common Guppy and Platy and most Gourami (such as the Blue Gourami and Dwarf Gourami like the Honey Gourami) Also should live happily with most Danio (particularly the Zebra Danioand Pearl Danio) and also many other Killifish could make great tank mates.
Originally posted 2010-04-09 08:37:17. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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